C&O Canal Towpath
1850 Dual Hwy, Hagerstown, MD 21740
184.5 miles of trails
Hagerstown's C&O Canal Towpath stretches 184.5 miles flat from DC to Cumberland, welcoming leashed dogs throughout. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans dot the route. Bring sturdy leashes for the length.
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- Park
- C&O Canal Towpath
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Hagerstown, Maryland
- Coordinates
- 39.6417, -77.7200
- Trail miles
- 184.5
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.4 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 184.5 miles of trail
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Dog policy
184.5-mile flat towpath from DC to Cumberland (NPS C&O Canal NHP). Leashed dogs welcome the entire length.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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