47. A Tale of Two Canals: Connecting the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers BIKE

A Tale of Two Canals: Connecting the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers

Tour description:
On this six-mile bicycle ride, learn about the 19th-century Washington City Canal and its connection to the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal, thus connecting the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers through the city center.

Tour Guide: Tom Haser; National Mall Volunteer with the National Park Service

Ward: 2,6

Tour Information:

· Tour Starting Location:

The Yards

M Street, SE & New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20003

Meet at the southwest corner of M Street, SE & New Jersey Avenue, SE (across from the Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro station). This location is in the footprint of the historic Washington City Canal.

· Closest Metro or Bus Line: Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro station (east station exit at M St. SE & New Jersey Ave SE)

· Tour Ending Location: C&O Canal National Historical Park Visitor Center at 1057 Thomas Jefferson St. NW

· Tour Length: 2 hours

· Tour Distance: 6 mile(s)

· Fitness Level: Moderate level (intensity of brisk walking, uneven terrain)

· Audio Enhancer: No

· ASL: No

· Wheelchair Accessible: No

· Stroller Accessible: No

Please bring your bike and helmet.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Yards, M Street, SE & New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington, United States