Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Hagers...

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Multi-use trails. horseandtravel.com
http://www.nps.gov/choh/planyourvisit/directions.htm 1001seafoods.com
Preserving America"s colorful canal era and transportation history, the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park is 184.5 miles of adventure. Originally, the C&O Canal was a lifeline for communities and businesses along the Potomac River as coal, lumber, grain and other agricultural products floated down the canal to market. In the 19th century the C&O Canal provided jobs and opportunities heritagesites.com
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The canal and towpath are dedicated to Justice William O. Douglas of White Ferry. hmdb.org
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potomac River as coal, lumber and agricultural products floated down the waterway to market. Todayitendures as a pathwayfor discovering historical, natural and recreational treasures. nps.gov
Yes, you can paddle the canal in Western Maryland, but just barely! This is said to be the only significant segment with water outside the DC area. I parked at Oldtown and rode the Potomac down to Town Creek Aqueduct to make the trip a loop. The river current is strong and there are a couple of easily-handled one-foot drops. Pull in on the left when you see a small trib with an arched structure. This paddling.net

fax: (301) 739-5275
address: 1850 Dual Highway, Suite 100
climate: Summers are generally hot and humid. Winters are cold with variable precipitation. Layers of clothing, especially in spring and fall, and good walking shoes are recommended.
fax: (301) 739-5275
zip code: 21740-6620
recreational activities: Biking, Interpretive Programs, Horseback Riding, Climbing, Camping, Boating, Hiking, Fishing, Picnicking, Wildlife Viewing, Water Sports, Visitor Center, Winter Sports
additional information links: http://www.store.usgs.gov/pass/, http://www.nps.gov/choh/, http://www.mdisfun.org
partner name: National Park Service
accommodations: Rural area. All facilities in Cumberland.
difficulty: Moderate/Difficult
fees: No
outfitting: I paddle a 13' Necky Manitou.
type: River
other nearby markers: At least 5 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Whites Ferry (within shouting distance of this marker); Gettysburg Campaign (about 400 feet away, in a direct line); a different marker also named Whites Ferry (about 400 feet away); 1862 Antietam Campaign (about 400...