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Protecting the Canal since 1954

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Association is an independent, all-volunteer citizens organization established in 1954 to help conserve the natural and historical environment of the C&O Canal and the Potomac River Basin. The association works with the National Park Service in its efforts to preserve and promote the 184-mile towpath.
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C&O Canal Association

Did you know the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal National Historical Park follows the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. to Cumberland, Maryland? Originally built in the early 1800's to transport goods, the canal operated for nearly a century before becoming a vital recreational corridor. Today, this historic waterway offers anglers access to prime smallmouth bass fishing spots along the Upper Potomac, blending outdoor adventure with rich industrial heritage.

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