Fall Foliage and Historic Structures
Although the canal stopped operating one hundred years ago, you can still step back in time and experience what life was like on the C&O Canal during its heyday. You’ll find a multitude of authentic canal experiences, historic structures you can visit or book a night’s stay in, and even canal boat rides, with and without mules.
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- 1Anglers Parking
Parking Lot at Mile 12.2 - 2Great Falls Area
Discovery at Mile 14.4 - 3Lock 20
Mile 14.4 - 4Charles F. Mercer Canal Boat
Discovery at Mile 14.4 - 5Lockhouse 21 “Swains”: Canal Quarters
Canal Quarters at Mile 16.7