Mile
-0-
A BIKE RIDE
Down 103 miles of the historic C&O Canal gravel-bedded tow path from Williamsport, MD, to "Mile -0-" in Georgetown, Washington, DC.
The Historic Chesapeake & Ohio Canal
Beginning in Williamsport, Maryland, follow the C&O Canal Tow Path along its 103 mile course south to its terminus at Georgetown, Washington, DC, Mile -0-. Along the way, take in historic landmarks, quaint towns and villages, and the scenic countryside. It's sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Ride starts at 385 feet elevation and ends at 17 feet elevation, with a gentle and consistent downhill grade throughout the entire distance. See video of Canal Tow Path HERE (4:48).
Travel Plan
Day 1 / Saturday (1-Day Option)
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2:00PM - Park car at The Washington Harbour Garage at 3000-3050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007.
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4:15AM - Pickup and transportation by driver from 2 Wheel Escapes to Williamsport, MD. (301) 991-7090 M/SMS.
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5:45AM - Arrival at Williamsport, MD, C&O Canal Trail.
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At 6:00AM begin ride along C&O Canal tow path.
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End ride at Mile -0- in Georgetown, Washington, DC.
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Ride/Walk bikes to Washington Harbour Garage at 3000-3050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007.
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Head home.
Day 1 / Saturday (2-Day Option)
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2:00PM - Park car at The Washington Harbour Garage at 3000-3050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007.
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2:30PM - Pickup and transportation by Rose at 2 Wheel Escapes to Williamsport, MD. (301) 991-7090 M/SMS.
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4:00PM - Arrival at Williamsport, MD, Red Roof Inn.
Day 2 / Sunday (2-Day Option)
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At 6:00AM begin ride along C&O Canal tow path.
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End ride at Mile -0- in Georgetown, Washington, DC.
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Ride/Walk bikes to The Washington Harbour Garage at 3000-3050 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007.
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Head home.
Lodging
1 / Red Roof Inn, Williamsport, MD
Food
1 / Dinner at Marco's NY Pizza & Restaurant
2 / Breakfast at Waffle House
Checklist of Supplies & Equipment
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700x28 or 700x30 gravel tires
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2 or 3 spare tubes with correct-length stems
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Multi-tool and tire kit
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CO2 cartridges (2-3)
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Cellular telephone
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Cellular telephone power supply
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Cellular telephone charger
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Bike Computer (fully-charged)
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Hydration tablets
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Water Bottles (2 minimum)
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Tail Light (fully-charged)
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2000 Calories' worth of power bars
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Money/Credit Card(s)
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SPF 50 Sun Screen
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Chapstick
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Disposable Toothbrush and Toothpaste
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Towelettes
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Plastic "snack" storage bags
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Disposable paper or plastic carry bag
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Disposable $1 Walmart flip flops
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Super Glue
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Pocket Knife
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Zip Ties
Towns, Rest Areas, Food Stops & Waypoints
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START - Williamsport, Maryland
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MILE 16.6 - Big Slackwater Public Restrooms
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MILE 22.3 - Horseshoe Bend Campsite Restroom
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MILE 26.6 - Killiansburg Cave Campsite Restroom
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MILE 29 - Ferry Hill, Shepherdstown, West Virginia + ++
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MILE 32.3 - Antietam Creek Campground Portable Toilets
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MILE 39.2 - Huckleberry Hill Hiker Biker Campground Restroom
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MILE 41 - Goodloe Byron Memorial Footbridge, Harpers Ferry West Virginia +
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MILE 47 - Brunswick, Maryland + ++
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MILE 52.1 - Bald Eagle Hiker Camper Campsite Restroom
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MILE 54 - Point of Rocks, Maryland +
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MILE 64.4 - Marble Quarry Campsite Restroom
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MILE 66 - Historic Whites Ferry and Whites Ferry Store & Grill, vic. Dickerson, Maryland+
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MILE 67.7 - Turtle Run Hiker Biker Campsite Restroom
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MILE 76.5 - Horsepen Branch Hiker Biker Campsite Restroom
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MILE 85.9 - Swains Lock Hiker Biker Campsite Restroom
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MILE 90.2 - Footbridge to Old Anglers Inn, Macarthur Boulevard, Washington, DC +
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MILE 99.6- Fletchers Boathouse Restrooms
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MILE 102 - Alexandria Aqueduct Footbridge
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MILE 102.7 - RIGHT onto Rock Creek Trail
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MILE 102.9 - RIGHT
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MILE 103 - LEFT
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MILE 103.1 - FINISH at "Mile -0-" Cenotaph
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Go to car at Colonial Parking garage at 901 30th St NW, Washington, DC 20007
+ Restaurants & Restrooms
++ Bike Shop
Get in Touch
If you're interested in joining this ride, drop me a line.
Todd Ross
410-490-1915 Mobile/SMS
