James Jordan

This natural surface trail runs 9 miles from the Route 28 Darnestown Road entrance/public parking lot to the C&O Canal Pennyfield Lock/parking lot adjacent to the Potomac River. It is mostly wooded with 1 break for power lines and 4 road crossings. The trail is good for dog walking, hiking, trail biking, and horse trail riding. Hikers may see occasional wildlife including deer, fox, hawks, owls, and great blue heron. The trail is open year-around.