This page contains up to date information on trail and towpath closures at Chesapeake and Ohio Canal NHP.  This page is updated on a regular basis.

As of September 11, 2008 the towpath is closed between milepost 12.28 at Anglers Inn to milepost 13.8 at the Stoplock. Please use the Berma Road as a detour. The towpath is closed as a result of damage received during the recent tropical storm "Hannah".

The canal boat "Charles F. Mercer" will not offer mule drawn canal boat rides from Wednesday September 10, 2008 through Friday September 19, 2008. Please check back for updates and/or call the Great Falls Tavern at 301-767-3714 for more information. The canal boat "Georgetown" will be running at its regularly scheduled times.

As of September 11, 2008 Billy Goat Trail sections "A", "B", and "C" are open.

As of September 11, 2008 the towpath between Dam Four (MP 85) and McMahon's Mill (MP 88.10) is closed due to rock slides. Please use marked detours on local roads.

As of September 11, 2008 the towpath is closed to vehicle traffic at mile post 181.4.

The new restroom facilities at Great Falls are now open to the public. The lower parking lot is closed to vehicle traffic.

Please check back for updates and trail openings and closures.