Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 30, 2026

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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.20 km

Catoctin Creek Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

The Catoctin Aqueduct, situated along the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal in Maryland, was constructed between 1832 and 1834. The aqueduct served as a vital waterway infrastructure, allowing canal boats to cross over the Catoctin Creek.

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12.2 km

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail is one of the East Coast's premier bicycle pathways. It follows the abandoned Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and runs from Washington, DC, to Cumberland, Maryland.

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20.7 km

Staircase and bridge from trail to Harper's Ferry

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to get from trail to Harper's Ferry, you have to go up these stairs. There are bike racks at the base, or you carry your bike up with you

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35.4 km

Antietam Aqueduct

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The Antietam Aqueduct, located at mile 69.4 of the C&O Canal Towpath, is a three-arch stone aqueduct that once carried the canal over Antietam Creek. Built in 1834, it is …

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48.2 km

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park Lock 34

Highlight • Historical Site

49.7 km

Harpers Ferry Tunnel and Railroad Bridges

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From here, you can look up at the West Portal of the Harpers Ferry Tunnel. The tunnel is part of the B & O Railroad Potomac River Crossing, which is …

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50.4 km

View of Potomac River Rapids (C&O Canal Towpath)

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of my favorite rides! The trail is well maintained and smooth. So many spots to rest and take breathtaking pics

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66.3 km

Bald Eagle campsite

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steep entrance on east end. there is a better entrance on the west end after the site. The train tracks are visible from the trail. it can get noisy.

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70.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

68.1 km

1.55 km

527 m

178 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.6 km

30.0 km

546 m

125 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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