Contact Us
The C&O Canal Trust is the official philanthropic partner to the C&O Canal National Historical Park. The Trust currently operates in two office locations, including Williamsport and Georgetown, MD.
Before reaching out to us, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Looking to contact the park? Connect with them here.
Connect with Us
142 W. Potomac St.
Williamsport, MD 21795
1057 Thomas Jefferson St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
- 240-20-CANAL (22625)
- 301-745-5805 (fax)
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see below for frequently asked questions and answers and contact information.
Visitor Centers, Parking, and Camping
- Boating and Paddling: information on boating and paddling can be found on the Park’s website here.
- Boathouse at Fletchers Cove: NPS Concessionaire Fletcher’s Boathouse
- River Access: Information on boat ramps in the park can be found here.
Park Conditions, Maintenance, and Facilities
- Park Alerts (Closures/Detours): Information on the Park’s status can be found here.
- Downed trees: Email the Park at [email protected].
- Maintenance reports: Email the Park at [email protected].
- Carderock Pavilion: Reservations for Carderock Pavilion must be made on www.recreation.gov.
Boating, Fishing, and River Access
- Boating and Paddling: information on boating and paddling can be found on the Park’s website here.
- Boathouse at Fletchers Cove: NPS Concessionaire Fletcher’s Boathouse
- River Access: Information on boat ramps in the park can be found here.
Canal Quarters Lockhouses
Media Requests
Trip-Planning
- Use our trip-planning website to plan your trip.
- Download our C&O Canal Explorer mobile app.
- Operational Status: Information on the Park’s status can be found here.
- Parking: Information on parking can be found here.
- Camping: Information on camping in the Park can be found here. Reservations for drive-in campsites must be made on www.recreation.gov.
- Carderock Pavilion: Reservations for Carderock Pavilion must be made on www.recreation.gov.
Support the C&O Canal
Supporting the C&O Canal Trust is the best way to give back to the C&O Canal National Historical Park.
Volunteering
Towpath Resurfacing
- More information on our Towpath Resurfacing efforts can be found here.
- Please submit other questions to our team by clicking here.
Other Questions
If your question wasn’t answered in the above information, please click here.