Lock 15 marks the beginning of the "Six Locks" series, which raises the canal 50 feet past Great Falls. Built from red sandstone boulders transported from Seneca, these locks differ from the other granite-built "Seven Locks." From Lock 15, hikers can enjoy beautiful views of the Potomac River.

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1. Great Falls Overlook via Billy Goat Trail Section A

9.70km

02:38

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Hike the difficult 6.0-mile Billy Goat Trail Section A for rugged rock scrambling, river views, and a challenging adventure near Great Falls

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2. Billy Goat Trail and C&O Canal Towpath Loop

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02:51

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Hike the Billy Goat Trail and C&O Canal Towpath Loop, a moderate 6.8-mile route with rock scrambles, river views, and historic canal feature

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3. Marsden Tract Campground to Monocacy Aqueduct

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12:50

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Hike the 31.5-mile C&O Canal Towpath from Marsden Tract Campground to the historic Monocacy Aqueduct, a difficult route with river views.

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Location: Potomac, Montgomery County, Maryland, United States

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Lock 15 and View of the Potomac River

1. Great Falls Overlook via Billy Goat Trail Section A

2. Billy Goat Trail and C&O Canal Towpath Loop

3. Marsden Tract Campground to Monocacy Aqueduct

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