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LandmarkCabin John Park
C&O Canal Lock 8
- 4.6119 reviews
- Free
Historic C&O Canal lock at Cabin John along the towpath, used for walking and biking with access toward the Potomac.
Quick answers
C&O Canal Lock 8 in short
When is the best time to visit C&O Canal Lock 8?
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 8 indoors or outdoors?
Outdoors: best on a dry day.
Is C&O Canal Lock 8 good for kids?
Yes, it welcomes children.
How much does C&O Canal Lock 8 cost?
It's free to visit.
Do you need to book C&O Canal Lock 8?
No, you can walk in.
How long do you need at C&O Canal Lock 8?
About 45 minutes.
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Where is C&O Canal Lock 8?
Lock 8, Cabin John, MD 20818.
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
A great call right now.
This is its best hour in the next five days.
In its favour
- Sun's out
- Best in the morning
- Outdoors
Worth knowing
- Hours unknown: check before you go
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
Hours aren't listed. Call or check the website before you go.
Where and how
- 1 C&O Canal Lock 8
- 2 Turkey Run Park · 21 min
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 119 reviews
Known for
- Towpath trail
- Biking
- Potomac views
- Picnic spot
What people say
- People like:
- Trail, biking, peaceful nature, Potomac views
- Worth knowing:
- Stairs; limited accessibility
Around Cabin John Park
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
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