Lock 1 is the beginning of a series of four locks in quick succession to one another at the beginning of the canal. These locks lift the canal in less that half a mile, much of the stone from Lock 1 as well as the other three have been replaced by a patchwork of brick and other stone.
Georgetown Parking (Streets and Garages)
Douglas Bust
Thompson Boat House Restrooms
Thompson Boat House Bike Rental/RepairThompson Boat House Parking LotWe know that to preserve something, you need to experience it, so we are proud to provide support to the C&O National Historical Park as their official philanthropic partner.
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