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Bassett’s Fine Food and Spirits
Bassett’s has been serving the town of Poolesville with country hospitality and friendly faces since 1993. They serve pizzas, burgers, tacos, seafood, all-you-can-eat brunch on Sundays, and happy hour during […]
Mexican Grill
Mexican Grill offers a casual friendly dining atmosphere at a traditional Mexican restaurant. At mile marker 30.9, take Edwards Ferry Rd. for 2.6 miles, turn right on Westerly Rd. In […]
Watershed Café
Poolesville is located in Montgomery County’s Agricultural Reserve. The Watershed Café is the Agricultural Reserve’s only farm-to-table restaurant. They serve breakfast and lunch from scratch in a family-friendly atmosphere. They […]
Cuginis Restaurant & Bar
Cuginis offers American food, pizza, brunch, and 70 craft beers to choose from. At mile marker 30.9, take Edwards Ferry Rd. for 2.6 miles, turn right on Westerly Rd. In […]
House of Poolesville
AHOP is a Chinese & Japanese restaurant that serves sushi, Thai food, and other Asian specialties. They also serve crab legs, steamed shrimp, burgers, and have a full bar. At […]
Kristopher’s Pizza
Kristopher’s Pizza has been serving fresh and authentic New York-style pizza since 2007. Their menu also has pasta, burgers, calzones, wings, and sandwiches. At mile marker 30.9, take Edwards Ferry […]
Poolesville Day
[start-date] 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Annual town celebration – 5K race, parade, artisan and food vendors, musical performances, Classic Car Show, Electric Car Show Location: 19701 Fisher Ave. Poolesville, […]
Canal Pride Day at Great Falls
[start-date] 9:00 am – 12:00 pm A great way to show your appreciation for the C&O Canal National Historical Park — and help preserve it for future generations — is […]
Continuing Hike Series: Riley’s Lock
[start-date] 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Meet at Riley’s Lock Mile 23.8 and hike Seneca Stone Cutting Mill, quarries and the quarry cemetery. Hosted by the C&O Canal Association. Contact […]
Poolesville SpringFest
[start-date] 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm Food Vendors Just Smokin Around 3rd Alarm BBQ Mo’s Pit Barbecue The Gospel Chick Cipolla Rossa Wood Fired Pizza The Sweet Farm Festival Concessions […]
Seneca Schoolhouse
Experience a typical 1880 school day in Seneca, Maryland! In 1865, Mr. Darby started collecting subscriptions from neighbors in the form of cash and skills to build and run a […]
Poolesville Old Town Bank Museum
The Poolesville Old Town Bank Museum is housed in the former Town Hall and National Bank and has been restored to its former appearance. A Civil War exhibit takes you […]
John Poole House
Built by John Poole Jr. in 1793, the John Poole House is the oldest building in Poolesville. The building served as a trading post for traveling merchants and local families. […]
Tavern Trio
[start-date] 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Get warm and lift your spirits by stopping by the Great Falls Tavern to enjoy vintage holiday music performed by the Tavern Trio. Spread […]
Not So Quiet Along the Potomac: The Union Army and the 1st Year of the Civil War in Montgomery and Frederick County
[start-date] 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Discover the history of the Civil War coming to the Potomac River and the C&O Canal, presented by VIP Jim Buchanan. This presentation will […]
Storytelling at the Tavern
[start-date] 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm Join us as members of Voices in the Glen share stories for Halloween. Not all stories will be scary. Stories will be done in 15 […]
Holiday Potluck – Volunteers
[start-date] 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm We’ll host a holiday potluck for all Palisades District volunteers and partners! Please RSVP and sign up to bring a dish, side, dessert, etc. […]
Gilmore Lights Ensemble – Holidays at the Tavern
[start-date] 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Bask in the holidays sounds of the 19th century as we enjoy historic music performances and caroling by members of the Gilmore Light Ensemble. […]
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
[start-date] 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm To RSVP for the dinner, please email [email protected] and indicate which dinner you will attend, which program(s) you are with, how many will be in your party, and if […]
Canal Pride Days at Great Falls Tavern
[start-date] 9:00 am – [end-date] 1:00 pm VOLUNTEER AND SHOW YOUR CANAL PRIDE in the C&O Canal National Historical Park at Great Falls Tavern, Saturday, April 21, 9 a.m. – […]
Free Lecture and Open House – African American CCC Camps on the C&O Canal
[start-date] 12:00 pm – [end-date] 4:30 pm Join us on Sunday, February 25, at the historic Great Falls Tavern from 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. for a free lecture, followed […]
Winter Moonlight Hike with Campfire
[start-date] 5:00 pm – [end-date] 9:00 pm The C&O Canal Trust is partnering with REI to host a winter moonlight hike and campfire at Swains Lock in the C&O Canal […]
7th Annual Park After Dark – Cheers to 10 Years!
[start-date] 6:00 pm – [end-date] 10:00 pm Join us at the C&O Canal Trust’s seventh annual Park After Dark benefit, Cheers to 10 Years, Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 6:00 […]
Canal Pride Days at Great Falls (EVENT FULL)
[start-date] 9:00 am – [end-date] 12:00 pm Join us for the 10th anniversary of Canal Pride Days at Great Falls in Potomac, MD. Volunteers will be helping to preserve historic […]
Trailhead – Olmsted Island Trail
Anglers Footbridge
Photo by Christopher Berry
Carderock South Parking Lot
Large lot. Follow signs off Clara Barton Parkway to Carderock parking. Near Billy Goat Trail C and Carderock climbing area.