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One of my favorites! Mostly flat and easy with some slightly uphill sections. Family friendly with wi-fi connectivity, food resupply and lodging/camping available (not too many options as the C&O is offering.... just plan ahead)

The Knobley Tunnel Trail, also known as the Carpendale Trail, is a short but scenic rail-trail spanning only 0.8 miles. Bikers can check out the 1,500-foot tunnel through Knobley Mountain and a 386-foot wooden bridge over the North Branch of the Potomac River. The Knobley Tunnel Trail connects directly to the C&O Canal Towpath near mile marker 183, and is not always open, so check for posted signage.

The Mason-Dixon Line Monument marks the historic boundary between the states of Maryland and Pennsylvania. Today, it is a scenic rest stop for hikers, featuring a granite obelisk, engraved blocks spelling "Mason & Dixon," and a replica of the surveyors' 66-foot chain. It is a great photo opportunity and Easily a must-see for history buffs.

This is a flat primitive campsite with restrooms, grills, and picnic tables. The tracks are nearby so you can expect to hear trains periodically through the night.

The official Mile 0 of the Great Allegheny Passage is found in downtown Cumberland under the arch, next to the train station and connected to the northern terminus of the C&O Canal and Towpath. The town is well-connected, with Amtrak service and ample overnight parking.

Helmstetter’s Curve is one of the most notable sections of the GAP. Located between Cumberland and Frostburg, the curve was built to help ease the gradients for trains trying to get up the steep slope. Now, it is a popular spot along the GAP for the great views it gives you as you gradually ascend the hills.

Congratulations! You've reached the highest point in the Great Allegheny Passage, which runs from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Cumberland, Maryland. The Eastern Continental Divide marks a stark divide between two watersheds: To your east, the waterways drain (eventually) into the Atlantic Ocean. The waters to your west funnel toward the Gulf of Mexico.

The Meyersdale Visitors Center is a great place to take a break as you hike the GAP. Set in the renovated Western Maryland Railroad Station, there is a museum, information about the town, and parking.