Brunswick Bamboo Removal Project Registration
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Photo by Francis Grant-Suttie “The list of work that needs to be done is never-ending. We are so grateful for our long-standing partnership with the C&O Canal Trust,” said Amanda […]
Allegany Canal Community Days Registration 2025
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In honor of Judge William O. Douglas, who served as a Justice of the Supreme Court from 1939 – 1975, known equally as a passionate outdoorsman and as an advocate […]
Winter Stargazing on the C&O Canal
During the winter months, as the days get shorter, everyone begins to move a little slower and time appears to expand. Still, winter is a great season for visiting the […]
Park After Dark 2024 Gallery
Photos by Trust StaffC&O Canal National Historical Park Boosts Economy in Surrounding Canal Communities

National parks have long been revered for their natural beauty and historical significance, but they are also a vital part of our nation’s economy and help drive a vibrant tourism […]
Canal Community Story- Courtney Bagans

Celebrate your love for the C&O Canal by sharing your personal story about the Park. Each story will take a look at a person’s relationship with the C&O Canal. Whether […]
Registration Form for Frederick County Canal Community Days – August 24, 2024
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Each year, hundreds of volunteers band together to make a difference in the C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP). As one of the most visited national parks in the country, […]
Paw Paw Tunnel Hike Registration
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During National Preservation Month, Trust President & CEO Lauren Riviello joined Preservation Maryland's PreserveCast to discuss activating historic resources. With topics ranging from how she came to work with non-profits [...]Help us create a safe, smooth C&O Canal towpath! Let your voice be heard!
Please sign the petition below to support the C&O Canal Trust’s advocacy for continued funding from the Maryland State Highway Administration’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for towpath repair and resurfacing. […]
Alice Ferguson Foundation’s Potomac Watershed Cleanup Registration
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English Ivy Removal Project at Rileys Lock Registration
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As the philanthropic partner to the C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP), the C&O Canal Trust works to raise funds for vital Park programs that improve the visitor experience and […]
National Park Service Focuses on Invasive Plant Management
The C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP) is home to over 1,500 species of plants, including over 260 non-native plant species. The C&O Canal NHP’s Natural Resources staff has made […]
Don and Liz Harrison to Receive the William O. Douglas Stewardship Award at Park After Dark
Each year, during the C&O Canal Trust’s Park After Dark gala, the Trust recognizes individuals for their deep commitment to the preservation of the C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP) […]
Canal Community Day at Weverton
October 12, 2023, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Weverton, C&O Canal National Historical ParkWelcoming Fall in the C&O Canal National Historical Park
Nestled along the Potomac River, the C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP) is the perfect place to witness the beauty of nature’s transition into fall. As summer’s warmth gradually gives […]
C&O Canal National Historical Park is an Economic Engine for Surrounding Communities

National parks have long been revered for their natural beauty and historical significance, but they are also a vital part of our nation’s economy and help drive a vibrant tourism […]
Recreate Responsibly with Your Dog in the C&O Canal National Historical Park

Volunteer for the Dogs Day of Summer Music Fest
Thank you for volunteering with the C&O Canal Trust for the "Dog Days of Summer" music fest on Saturday, July 22nd presented by Cushwa Brewing and Interchange Tiki Bar & [...]Enjoy Delicious Ice Cream Treats on the C&O Canal Ice Cream Trail

C&O Canal National Historical Park Continues Important Work to Protect Rare, Threatened, and Endangered Plants

The C&O Canal National Historical Park (NHP) is focused on the long-term conservation of rare, threatened, and endangered (RTE) plant species throughout the Park. Its comprehensive strategy to conserve these […]
Canal Community Story: Tamika Graham

Lace Up Your Shoes for the Racin’ the Basin 5K
We’re bringing back our TowpathGO 5K, and this spring it’s coming to Williamsport! Join us May 6 for Racin’ the Basin. The 5K will start at 7 a.m. at Cushwa […]
Support the Park: Sign Up for TowpathGO!

If you love the C&O Canal National Historical Park and enjoy recreating in the Park, we’ve got a great way for you to combine your passions and support the Park! […]
Winner of 2023 Canal Community Days Logo Contest Announced

Congratulations to Brian Rimm on his winning design for this year’s Canal Community Days Logo Contest! We received a record number of design entries from more than 20 different artists, […]
Get to Know President and CEO Lauren Riviello

Get to know the new C&O Canal Trust President and CEO Lauren Riviello! Lauren is no stranger to the Trust; she’s been the director of development for two years, and […]
6 Things We Love About Spring on the Canal

As spring has officially sprung, we here at the Trust can only hope for more consistent weather. And while there’s probably still a bit more cold weather to come, the […]
The Importance of Native Plants

Native plants are an essential part of the ecosystem in the C&O Canal National Historcal Park (NHP), which is one of the most biologically diverse parks in the National Park […]
Canal Community Story: Don Ramsey

Sign up for TowpathGo 2023!
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Roy Sewall, a founding leader of the C&O Canal Trust and a masterful photographer, passed away on January 17, 2023. Most people in our canal community are familiar with Roy […]