With this year’s fall foliage expected to be especially bold, we can’t wait to get outdoors and enjoy the colorful sights. Since it’s impossible to choose only one fall hike in Maryland, we’ve decided to feature a spot that’s easy to explore, family-friendly, and covers a lot of area. If you’ve never visited the C & O Canal during autumn, you’ve been missing out.
You may have visited the C & O Canal before, which stretches 184.5 miles from Washington DC to Cumberland, Maryland. The towpath tends to be busy during summer months, with walkers, joggers, and cyclists soaking in the warm weather.
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Today we’re here to remind you that this Maryland gem is even more beautiful during cooler, autumn days.
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With so many varieties of trees along the towpath, you’ll witness a wide spectrum of yellows, oranges, and reds.
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Hike along a waterside spot and you can expect to see colorful reflections that are worthy of a photo op.
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This year, peak foliage is expected to be around Mid-October so be sure to time your visit just right.
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Start on any part of the towpath and explore a mere mile or more! That’s what’s so great about this expansive gem – you choose your own distance.
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For more information on the C & O Canal, visit the official website here, where you can learn about the different areas, history, and more.
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Have you visited the C & O Canal during autumn? For more fall hikes in the Old Line State, click here!
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