Monocacy Aqueduct

Ed Vigezzi

2024-04

First time visiting here and it is absolutely beautiful.Well maintained. Great views of the aqueduct and the area around it. Paths are excellent and great for hiking, running, walking, jogging, biking and bird watching. I walked south about two miles and the towpath is wide and flat. There is a huge grassy area to have a picnic and play with the kids.Lots of history and signage to help explain and educate yourself on the history and aqueduct.There is plenty of parking and two huge built in restrooms.

Juliana Calit

2023-05

Stunning view, like in movies!The place is perfect to have a very romantic sunset.It was free to get there and I back with incredible memories from that place. Does not matter the season, this place will always be beautiful.

Robin C

2023-11

Just a quick stop but I did enjoy walking around. Very nice views with the fall leaves.

Robert Pacheco

2023-11

Lovely place, historic and great place to start an easy hike.

Jack Pazin

2023-05

An absolutely beautiful place to run. The bridge going over the mouth of the Monacacy is just stunning and seems well-preserved. Going upriver about 6-6.5 miles will get you to Point of Rocks. The trail is flat and well-maintained. Saw a few other walkers, runners, and bikers but crowds were overall minimal. Highly recommend although the roads leading to the parking lot are quite narrow. Parking is plentiful.

LJ Aranda

2023-05

We walked from Monocacy to Noland's Ferry back and forth. The trail was mostly flat so it's appropriate for running and walking.

Nan Zhang

2021-05

Beautiful spot on the C&O canal to stop for the river view and to have a break. The historical engineering is incredible.There is boat ramp next to it.

Christopher Trachsel

2020-05

What an incredible feat of engineering. This is an amazing bridge that carried the C&O Canal over the Monocacy river. They've done a wonderful job of preserving this wonderful piece of history.

Kamrun Haque

2023-11

Beautiful place with lots of parking.

Thomas Hornik

2023-05

This is an excellent site on the C&O at mile 42.2. It has ample parking, plenty of walking areas, and panoramic views. It is well worth the visit!

Jeffrey Blander

2022-05

The Monocacy Aqueduct is one of the finest examples of a canal structure in the United States, with original construction started in 1829. A true engineering marvel and set in one of the most beautiful and idyllic settings along the C&O canal. A wonderful place to spend the day or even an overnight at one of the nearby campsites. A treasure and perhaps for those unfamiliar with the C&O, a hidden gem to discover.

david turvene

2023-05

I love this place! Great stories about rebels tried to blow it up but couldn't before saving by union troops. Very peaceful now. I ride my bike and have a picnic and walk around. Built to last. All in all it's a little surreal.

J Helsel

2023-05

This is a very nice historical park and a great entry onto the C & O Canal,with the Monocacy River flowing into the Potomac River. A very scenic area rich in the history of the Maryland region. Highly recommend !!!

Jessica Long

2022-05

Beautiful starting point with a nice bridge to sit on. The trail runs along the river and the train tracks, which is very cool and pretty. The trail is well kept with mile markers and gravel. There are intermittent points to stop for a picnic with maps and info placards. Some of these areas are also made for hikers and bikers to camp.

Jeremy Meyer

2018-05

A really great spot to pick up the canal hiking trail. Historically a very nice spot. There are old lock stations along the hiking way. Nice woods to protect from cold breeze in winter walking season. Picnic area along the river is very nice. Great grass for playing it. Parking area fits a number of cars and has a bathroom available.

JOSEPH LEONGUERRERO

2022-05

So glad to see this aqueduct in such great condition.

George Cassutto

2022-05

Beautiful scenery and wildlife on the C & O Canal make this site worth the visit. We hiked 4 miles on the canal southward from the Aquaduct. Saw deer, snakes, birds, and other mammals. Beautiful colors in fall.

Howard le roux

2021-05

This is a great place to hike along the canal. So many sights, a lock, lock house, and the aqueduct it self. Go relax and take your dog for a walk and enjoy. Go futher north to the 60 and up mile markers and enjoy a lot of old history.

Kristina Barney

2021-05

I love the canal and frequently visit this particular section of the canal. There is always something cool to see!

Robert Dixon

2018-05

Great place to walk or bike. Good photo opportunity. Lots of birds. My only issue is that the C and O canal lacks the available resources to open the entire length of the canal for boating as in Britain. This being the case, it is a sad reminder of Americans ignoring their cultural and natural resources and our politicians feeding the wealthy instead of promoting a healthy national identity.

Michael Hunt

2024-03

Can't wait to fish these waters

Michael McAleer

2019-05

Gorgeous views of Monocacy River and Potomac. A beautifully constructed bridge back in n the 1800s. Great hiking and biking trails. Birdwatching and just enjoy our beautiful nature.

Mark Perschel

2020-05

An amazing engineering accomplishment!! Really WOW!!

In-May Liu

2019-05

Well kept paved walkways for bicycles and hikers. Fresh air, trees along the path for shade, bird chirps, stone bridge, water views: this place has all the elements for a pleasant and restful outing.

Edie Manza

2021-05

Beautiful spot. Tow path for biking and walking. Very limited parking. Can't say I like the horses on the path. Watch where you step and ride.

DinoTechie

2020-05

Took the trip on a bike, up the C&O canal towpath from Georgetown. Spent the night there and rode back the next day. That was summer of 1976 and now, nearly 45 years later, I can still remember the beauty of the area.

Ruben Montanez

2019-05

Awesome place to visit, great for picnics, perfect for just relaxing. But if you fish, you better have your fishing license. The wardens visit this place regularly.

Johnathan Furr

2023-05

Beautiful walking trails, really enjoyed the history of the Aqueduct and the C&O Canal.

Dave D

2018-05

Great place to walk with a beautiful view. Nice place to get some evening photos of water reflections and sunsets over the water and trees.

Stephanie Blanco Gress

2020-05

Fascinating historical structure demonstrating early American civil engineering set in a nice wooded setting. Convenient bathrooms right next to the ample parking lot.