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Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

National Park Service Approves Plan To Repair Short Section Of C&O Canal Towpath

The National Park Service has approved a plan to stabilize a historic stone wall and raise parts of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal towpath, move it farther from the Potomac River and resurface it. The improvements will be made between McMahon’s Mill (milepost 88.1) and Lock 42 (milepost 89.0) in Washington County, Maryland.

Wetlands Restoration Work Proposed For Four Eastern National Park Units

The National Park Service is seeking public comment on its plan to restore wetland areas at Catoctin Mountain Park in Maryland, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park in Maryland, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park in West Virginia, and Monocacy National Battlefield in Maryland.

Trail Work To Close Great Falls Overlook Along Chesapeake & Ohio Canal

The Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park is temporarily closing the Olmsted Island Trail and Great Falls Overlook for repairs that will improve visitor safety and better protect park resources. Construction on the bridges is anticipated to last 90-120 days with completion and re-opening in late June 2017. Completion of construction may be impacted by weather conditions.

Vision For Paved National Capital Trail System Comes With 121 ‘Achievable Goals’

The path to a cohesive, multi-use paved trail network in and around Washington, D.C., is long and complex but can be completed with the coordination and partnership of multiple parks, agencies, and governments, according to a report released this week by the National Park Service.

New Boathouses, Docks Proposed To Improve Recreation, Access Along Potomac River

In an effort to provide more recreational opportunities such as rowing, paddling, and stand-up paddleboarding, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Rock Creek Park are proposing development of multiple facilities to improve access to the Potomac River in the Georgetown area of the District of Columbia.

On The Road: Hail Columbia

Every year millions of people visit America’s emotional and political center, the District of Columbia. It’s here that the relics of liberty are housed, along with the center of government. A walking tour of the National Mall and Memorial Parks must be on your list when you’re visiting.

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