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10700 Swains Lock Rd
Potomac, MD 20854 United States Get Directions
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Spring Saunter Along the Canal F: Swain’s Lock

Swains Lock at C&O Canal 10700 Swains Lock Rd, Potomac, MD, United States

(MD) (Nature Forward) Enjoy these leisurely walks on the Towpath along close-in portions of the C&O Canal National Historical Park. The focus of our walks, starting from different locations, will be the general natural history of the varied habitats along the Potomac River and Canal. We’ll proceed at a slow “naturalist’s saunter” as we experience the wondrous unfolding of spring. ...

$33 – $46

Midweek Meanders Along the Canal G: Swain’s Lock

Swains Lock at C&O Canal 10700 Swains Lock Rd, Potomac, MD, United States

(MD) (Nature Forward) With official winter waiting in the wings, we’ll wrap up our fall series of walks along parts of the C&O Canal which see less foot and bicycle traffic midweek. Our focus will be the general—and exceedingly rich—natural history of the varied habitats along the Potomac River and the historic Towpath. We’ll proceed at a “naturalist’s shuffle” pace, stopping ...

$33 – $46

C & O Canal Sunset Hike and Bonfire (Wait List)

Swains Lock at C&O Canal 10700 Swains Lock Rd, Potomac, MD, United States

(MD) (REI) Join REI and other outdoor enthusiasts for a sunset hike along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and Potomac River. We’ll set out before dusk along the historic C & O Canal and take in the magic of the sunset over the Potomac River. Along the way, we’ll explore the rich history and natural wonder of one of our ...

$60 – $90
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