Bald Eagle Island Campsite

Bald Eagle Island Campsite

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Camp Site

The Bald Eagle Island campsite is located just north of the narrow Point of Rocks section of the Potomac, a historic point of contention between the Canal and the B&O Railroad for right of way. Claiming it had rights to the land along the Potomac through this narrow section, the Canal sought an injunction against the B&O Railroad when it tried to buy the same land. Learn more.

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Visiting the C&O Canal

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