C&O Canal National Historical Park

National park Washington, District of Columbia, United States

What to expect

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park preserves the historic engineering achievement and legacy of the diverse peoples associated with the development and operation of the C&O Canal, a 184.5-mile canal that operated from 1831 to 1924

Plan your family visit to the C&O Canal National Historical Park with these blog insights 👇

Visiting Washington D.C. With Teens - Fun 4-Day Itinerary's Not Focused on History

This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the park, walking along the canal and learning about its history

Highlights: My daughter and I enjoyed walking along the canal and seeing the locks ✨