Each year the C&O Canal National Historical Park offers a variety of park ranger programs and visitor activities throughout the park. Please review the following information for a summary of activities and programs by park location.
Contact the visitor center for additional information on park ranger programs.
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Meet the Mules
Meet the hardworking mules that help operate boat demonstrations. Offered spring, summer, and fall months only. Meet the multes and learn about the role they played in the daily operations along the Canal. The program takes place behind the Visitor Center.
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Lock Demonstrations
See how canal boats were lifted and lowered through locks along the canal. Join a Park Ranger for a demonstration of a manually operated 19th century lift lock. Participation is encouraged! Demonstrations take place outside of the Visitor Center.
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Rileys Lockhouse Tours
Explore the life of a lock-keeper with a guided tour of one of the C&O Canal's original lockhouses. Open most weekends in the spring and fall.
Contact the visitor center for additional information on park ranger programs.
