Mile
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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.
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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.
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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
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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