

Today, it lives on as a pathway for discovering history and nature, and a top destination once the leaves start to change. Built along the Potomac River, the canal operated for nearly 100 years as a lifeline for local communities, transporting coal, lumber and agricultural products down the waterway to market. The 184.5 mile Chesapeake and Ohio (C&O) Canal connects Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Did we mention the park is also dog-friendly? That’s right – Black Hill Regional Park also includes a half-acre dog park for your outdoor canine companion.


Stop for a picnic and enjoy spectacular views of the lake and oak and hickory forests. It features the mostly hard-surface 4.3 mile Black Hill Trail, over 10 miles of natural surface trails and a water trail on Little Seneca Lake. Located north of Germantown, Black Hill Regional Park offers more than 2,000 acres of outdoor recreation.
BEAUTIFUL SCENERY FALL FULL
And, boat owners can get a full 360-degree view of all the foliage out on Lake Needwood. The trails are perfect for walking, running, biking and rollerblading. Bask in the colors of autumn as you trek across the park’s 13 miles of woodland trails or along the lake shores. Rock Creek Regional Park stretches across 1,800 acres and includes the beautiful 75-acre Lake Needwood and the picturesque 55-acre Lake Frank. So, grab your favorite sweater, a cup of hot apple cider and explore! Rock Creek Regional Park Peak color is estimated to be around October 12-28 this year and there are plenty of places throughout the county to see the fall foliage in full bloom. One of the highlights of the season is watching the leaves on the trees change from the vibrant green of summer to an array of red, orange and yellow splendor. We’re talking about fall in Montgomery County, Maryland. No, we’re not talking about the holiday season (yet). It’s the most wonderful time of the year.
