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The Canal's Pastoral Character
At the western end of Georgetown, the Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) canal gains its pastoral character.
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Georgetown's Industrial Past
Coming east, the industrial and warehouse past of Georgetown becomes evident.
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Heading West
The warehouse district looking west, under the Wiscaonsin Avenue bridge. The canal is becoming more urbane.
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The Towpath
The towpath arrives in the commercial heart of Georgetown.
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Towpath at Street Level
Starting with 31st Street, the towpath no longer passes under the streets.
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Shops Line the Towpath
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Lock #4
Crossing the Canal at Lock #4. One of two locks you can walk on.
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A Park
A small park juts into the canal at Lock #3.
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A Place to Relax
A peaceful scene at the Lock #3 park.
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Towpath
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