Anglers Inn - River Access

Canoe/Kayak Access Point

This is a very popular site for kayakers and hikers. Best access for paddlers if through an NPS gate at the lower parking lot. Boats need to be carried across a bridge and down to the river.

The parking area is designed to handle more than 20 vehicles but is temporarily closed due to construction at the C&O Canal towpath breach at Canal mile 12. According to a National Park Service notice, "This much needed repair will restore water flow in the canal after the 125 foot breach in the towpath is rebuilt. This work will require a closure of all parking areas across from the Old Angler's Inn, as well as the lower kayak drop off lot....The expected completion date for the work remains fall 2012."

For the latest closure information from the National Park Service, select this link. .