The Canal Quarters Program, a collaborative historical preservation initiative between the C&O Canal Trust and the National Park Service, offers guests an authentic glimpse into 19th-century life through historic overnight stays. The program features eight rehabilitated lockhouses along the C&O Canal, each restored to reflect a specific historical era and equipped to host up to eight visitors. Accommodations range from fully modernized setups with electricity and plumbing to rustic, primitive lodgings that require guests to bring their own linens, and the program relies on dedicated volunteer Quartermasters to assist visitors, manage lockouts, and handle routine maintenance.
