Bicycling along the C&O Canal

We just finished riding the C&O Canal and the Great
Allegheny Passage. Together they create a motor-free corridor
between Washington, DC and near Pittsburgh, PA.

Someone was kind enough to take our picture at Great Falls.
Behind us is the Potomac River.

A typical navigation lock that allowed the canal to rise in elevation.
The canal was abandoned in 1924 and much of it has been reclaimed by the woods.

This is typical of most of the towpath, a two track path through the woods.

We took White's Ferry across to a Bed & Breakfast in Leesburg, VA.

An aquaduct that allowed the canal to cross over creeks.

This is a typical lock-keeper's house.

For twenty miles or so we were able to take advantage of the
Western Maryland Rail Trail that parallels the C&O. The asphalt pavement
was a welcome change of pace.

Inside the Paw Paw Tunnel. It's 3119 feet long and chilly inside.

Exiting the Paw Paw Tunnel.

Next installment... The Great Allegheny Passage.