Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 24, 2024

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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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7.94 km

Lockhouse 25

Highlight • Historical Site

This Lockhouse saw the Civil War unfold as the two sides crossed from one side of the river to the other. It can now be rented as a base camp for your cycling excursions in the area.

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21.9 km

Giant maple tree sheltering Lock 26

Highlight • Natural Monument

This amazing tree stands witness over this truly historic site and invites to stop for a picnic.

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25.2 km

Lock 27, Spinks Ferry

Highlight • Historical Site

Mile marker 41.5

Spink’s Ferry was an established Potomac crossing long before the Canal was built. Josias Clapham licensed the ferry way back in 1757. Because the approach to his …

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41.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.2 km

15.5 km

4.87 km

2.40 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

13.2 km

9.40 km

203 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

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Lockhouse 25

Giant maple tree sheltering Lock 26

Lock 27, Spinks Ferry

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