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C&O Canal Lock 5
- 4.6113 reviews
- Free
- Closed now
Historic C&O Canal lock near Bethesda on the towpath, popular for walking, running and cycling.
Quick answers
C&O Canal Lock 5 in short
When is C&O Canal Lock 5 open?
Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Sun 9 AM–4 PM. Hours checked on 4 November 2026.
When is the best time to visit C&O Canal Lock 5?
It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Go in daylight. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
Is C&O Canal Lock 5 indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Is C&O Canal Lock 5 good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does C&O Canal Lock 5 cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book C&O Canal Lock 5?
No, you can walk in.
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How long do you need at C&O Canal Lock 5?
About 45 minutes.
Where is C&O Canal Lock 5?
Lock 5, Bethesda, MD 20816.
Status, rating and hours checked on 4 November 2026; kids, cost, booking and setting verified by the Wedar team. Where our data comes from
Right now · 11:30 am
Why it fits right now
Closed right now.
Opens Wed 9 am.
In its favour
- Sun's out
- Best in the morning
- Outdoors
59°
Mostly clear
- Feels
- 51°
- Rain
- 0%
- Wind
- 14mph
- 12pm
60° - 1pm61°
- 2pm61°
The next five days
Best time to go
When your plans and the weather actually get along. Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.
Before you go
Plan your visit
Hours
Closed nowmondayClosed
All hoursFewer hours
- mondayToday
- Closed
- tuesday
- Closed
- wednesday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- thursday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- friday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- saturday
- 9 AM–4 PM
- sunday
- 9 AM–4 PM
Hours checked 4 Nov
Where and how
Good to know
- Outdoors
- Free to visit
- Walk-ins welcome
- Allow about 45 min
- A walk
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.6from 113 reviews
Known for
- Towpath
- Biking
- Running
- Historic lock
What people say
- People like:
- Peaceful atmosphere, good trail for biking and walking
For the next three hours
What to wear to go there now
Leave with a jacket. Sunglasses all day.
JacketThe whole time
SunglassesThe whole time