Billy Goat Trail - Know Before You Go! C&O Canal National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Millions of people visit the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park each year, and a large portion of them love to come and hike near Great Falls Tavern.
There are 3 sections that make up the Billy Goat Trail: A, B, and C. You can access all three of them off the towpath between Great Falls Tavern and Carderock (Anglers is between section A and B). All three combined are approximately 8 miles. Section A is a technical and strenuous hike. Section B is challenging, and Section C is a fairly easy hike. All three have beautiful scenery and views of the Potomac River- and spotty cell service.
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