Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Get the App

Lakes

Big Pool

Lakes

Big Pool

Highlight • Lake

Big Pool

Name: Big Pool
Rating: 2

Recommended by 3 cyclists

Save

Location: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Save

See rides here

Take Me There

Routes here

Top cycling routes to Big Pool

3.0

(1)

109

riders

1. Big Slackwater – Big Slackwater View loop from Martinsburg

144km

10:46

830m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Hard

5.0

(2)

riders

2. Little Pool Primitive Campsite – Big Pool loop from Hancock

79.4km

07:02

180m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Hard

5.0

(1)

riders

3. Indigo Neck Primitive Campsite – Buddy Lou's Restaurant loop from Hedgesville

144km

10:12

860m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Hard

Tips

Jamie S.

March 20, 2025

Big Pool is located near mile 113 along the C&O Canal Towpath. Unlike the man-made sections of the canal, Big Pool is a natural body of water that was incorporated into the canal’s design to serve as a water storage area for boat operations. Spanning about 1.5 miles in length and up to 200 feet wide, it provided an easier passage for canal boats compared to the narrower, hand-dug sections of the waterway. Today, Big Pool is a peaceful and picturesque landmark for those exploring the C&O Canal Towpath. It is also adjacent to Fort Frederick State Park, one of the most significant historical sites along the towpath. Cyclists can easily take a short detour to visit the 18th-century fort, which was built in 1756 during the French and Indian War and later played roles in both the Revolutionary War and the Civil War. The fort’s well-preserved stone walls and reconstructed barracks provide a glimpse into Maryland’s frontier history.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Details

Informations

Elevation 120 m

Weather

Today

Thursday 20 November

8°C

5°C

0 %

If you start your activity now...

Max wind speed: 2.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See rides here

Take Me There

Location: Washington County, Maryland, United States

Other Popular Places to Check Out

C & O Bicycle, Hancock

Dam No. 4

View of the Potomac River from Shepherdstown Bridge

Big Slackwater

High Knob

Little slackwater

Short Mountain

Conococheague Aqueduct

Prospect Hill

Halfway Point

Roundtop

Licking Creek Primitive Campsite

Big Pool

1. Big Slackwater – Big Slackwater View loop from Martinsburg

2. Little Pool Primitive Campsite – Big Pool loop from Hancock

3. Indigo Neck Primitive Campsite – Buddy Lou's Restaurant loop from Hedgesville

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️