You can now create your own itineraries to guide your C&O Canal exploration, or you can copy one of ours! Learn more about Itineraries.
Edward’s Ferry has a significant Civil War tie, when it was used as a river crossing for the Union army, as well as many civilians. Today, it has a large boat ramp, which is accessible via Edwards Ferry Road, 4.5 miles west of Poolesville. Learn more.
Edward’s Ferry has a significant Civil War tie, when it was used as a river crossing for the Union army, as well as many civilians. Today, it has a large boat ramp, which is accessible via Edwards Ferry Road, 4.5 miles west of Poolesville. This area of the Potomac is great for smallmouth bass fishing.
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There has been a lapse in appropriations, and a shutdown of the federal government is currently in effect. Much of the C&O Canal National Historical Park remains accessible to the public, however, the National Park Service is not able to operate as normal. Scheduled C&O Canal Trust events and Canal Quarters reservations will continue as scheduled.
Learn more about what the shutdown means for the C&O Canal National Historical Park.