• Boat Rides at Great Falls

    Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, United States

    Experience the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal on the water during one of our public boat rides! Travel along the canal on a replica 20th century launch boat and learn about the canal's history. See the natural and cultural resources that shaped the canal and explore the area's rich history from pre-Revolution to present day. Free.

    Free
  • B.A.R.K. Ranger at Great Falls Tavern

    Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park 142 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD, United States

    Celebrate pet-friendly recreation and become an official B.A.R.K. Ranger of the C&O Canal! Join us outside the Great Falls Tavern Visitor’s Center to learn about the rules of B.A.R.K. and what you and your furry friend can do to become stewards of the outdoors. Free. 

    Free
  • Boat Rides at Great Falls

    Boat Rides at Great Falls
    Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, United States

    Experience the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal on the water during one of our public boat rides! Travel along the canal on a replica 20th century launch boat and learn about […]

    Free
  • Music on the Canal

    Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, United States

    Musicians from the Northern Virginia Dulcimer Group will they share their interpretations of 19th century music and perform songs on a variety of historical instruments, including dulcimers, banjo, and upright […]

    Free
  • Guided Tours of Riley’s Lockhouse

    Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park 142 W. Potomac St., Williamsport, MD, United States

    Explore the life of a lockkeeper and family in the 1870's time period with a guided tour of one of the C&O Canal's original lockhouses. Girl Scouts offer free tours of the lockhouse and grounds at Lock 24. In addition, there may be various Victorian demonstrations such as laundry, cider pressing, making lemonade, churning butter or ice cream and more. Visitors are welcome […]

    Free