Originally Posted by njkayaker

The GAP is more open. The C&O was a great green tube (in a lot of places). There are still some interesting things to see along the way.

Originally Posted by QueueCT

Yeah, having lived in DC for 15 years spent plenty of time on the C&O. The only redeeming factors are the tunnel, some of the viaducts, and the great falls area. For those headed to DC you can always cross the Potomac at White's Ferry and ride the paved W&OD trail. It's about a 5 mile ride from the VA ferry landing to the W&OD on a fairly busy road but I still think it's worth it. Of course, some people will disagree since the W&OD takes you through suburbia . . .

John