Discover the Historic Charm of Four Locks - C&O Canal National Historical Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start by getting onto I-70 W from your current location in C&O Canal National Historical Park. Follow signs for I-70 W toward Hagerstown. Continue on I-70 W for approximately 10 miles. Take exit 32 for US-40 W toward Clear Spring. After exiting, merge onto US-40 W and continue for about 4 miles. Turn left onto 4 Locks Rd, and you will find Four Locks at 11122 4 Locks Rd, Clear Spring, MD 21722. There is no parking fee at the site.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, start by taking a local bus or shuttle that operates within C&O Canal National Historical Park to reach the nearest major transit hub, such as Hagerstown or Williamsport. From Hagerstown, you can catch a Greyhound or other intercity bus services toward Clear Spring. Once in Clear Spring, you may need to use a taxi or rideshare service to reach Four Locks at 11122 4 Locks Rd, as public transport options are limited in the immediate area.

• Biking/Walking

  If you are already on the C&O Canal Towpath, you can bike or walk towards the Four Locks area. The Four Locks are approximately 4 miles from the nearest access point on the canal. Follow the towpath westward, enjoying scenic views of the canal and surrounding nature. This route is mostly flat and well-maintained, making it a pleasant journey for cyclists and walkers alike.