Blockhouse Point Conservation Park & Trails
Blockhouse Point Conservation Park is an area rich in the natural and cultural history of the Potomac Valley. This approximately 630-acre park contains a variety of exceptional resources.
This park is one of our best natural areas. Natural features include mature upland forest, floodplain forest, palustrine wetlands, streams, river-rock outcrops, at least nine species of threatened, endangered, or watchlist plants, a diversity of wildlife and grand views of the Potomac River and C&O Canal. The park encompasses historic Civil War ruins of national significance.
Many of the existing trails in Blockhouse Point Conservation Park are part of the historic Civil War complex for which the park is named. They are a vestige of the transportation system that furnished material and supplies to the men who were stationed there. These historic routes have been used for more than 140 years.
Use: Hiking, Equestrian
Length: 7+ miles
More Info: The majority of the trails are designated "hiking only.” The rest are designated for "hiker/equestrian.”
Water & Restrooms: Drinking water and restrooms are not available.
Access & Parking: There are 2 gravel lots. Both are located along the south side of River Road. The larger lot can hold approximately 25 cars and two to three horse trailers. There is a park sign at the lot entrance and a kiosk located at the back of the lot with a map of the park's trails. A second, smaller, lot is located at the western edge of the park and will hold only a few cars.
Other Resources: You can also find detailed, interactive maps of these trails on TrailLink.com and AllTrails.com and the TROT Trail Directory.