Cycling · Historic canal corridor · Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath

Georgetown Canal Towpath Bike Ride

A crushed-stone ride from the canal's Georgetown terminus into a quieter wooded corridor along the Potomac River.

VerifiedNational park unit
USA-Georgetown C&O Canal
IngfbrunoCC BY-SA 3.0
Time needed
2–4 hrs
Distance
16 mi approx.
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
Free
Booking
Not needed
Where
Washington, D.C.

What it is

A crushed-stone ride from the canal's Georgetown terminus into a quieter wooded corridor along the Potomac River.

  • LocationChesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath
  • ActivityCycling · Historic canal corridor
  • DifficultyModerate
  • CostFree with personal equipment
  • BookingNot required
  • Best seasonSpring and fall

Conditions and cautions

Select distance based on fitness and daylight. Surfaces can be muddy after rain.

The 16-mile figure is an editorial route estimate rather than an official published distance. Treat it as approximate when planning timing.

Plan your visit

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