Doug Francis | Realtor

  • Our Business
  • About Me
  • Sell Your Home
  • First Contact

Hiking the Billy Goat Trail

January 7, 2012 By Doug Francis

C&O Canal Billy Goat Trail Maryland

A rugged trail

Another interesting hiking trail is the Billy Goat Trail on the Maryland side of Great Falls.

It only took us about fifteen minutes to drive there from our home in Vienna, and there is plenty of parking at the Great Falls Tavern and Visitor Center which is located in the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. The hike will take you about two hours, end to end, although you might get distracted by all of the cool vistas of the Potomac River. There is a very nice view of Great Falls just off the C&O Canal near the Tavern.

Billy Goat Trail is rugged with plenty of rocks that must be climbed

You may get a scape or two!

C&O Canal Billy Goat Trail

A view from the tow path

This part of the Potomac River is very interesting since it is where Great Falls has cut through the rocky terrain. The water will be running fast here so do not go into the water any time of year. The NPS has many notices of the dangers of the swift moving current in the Potomac.

The walk along the towpath along the C&O Canal is very interesting too, and is a real treat after scaling rocks for an hour or more. Overall, you should plan for a two to three hour hike so you can enjoy everything there is to see.

Although there are many hikes that I have mentioned here before, this hike should be very high on your list of things to do when living in Northern Virginia. With that in mind, this link to the National Park Service has the map you need to plan your trip to the right spot and the Billy Goat Trail.

If you are looking for an afternoon hike, consider heading over to hike the Billy Goat Trail and I am sure you will have a great time.

Tow Path C&O Canal Maryland

Perfect for an afternoon hike year-round!

Related articles
  • The Clock Strikes 2012 (dougfrancis.com)
  • Is Your Rambler Obsolete? (dougfrancis.com)
Share this with a friend...Share on FacebookTweet about this on TwitterShare on LinkedInPin on PinterestEmail this to someone

Filed Under: Blog, Living Here Tagged With: Billy Goat Trail, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, Hiking

About Doug Francis

A Realtor specializing in unique and new homes around Vienna, Virginia, Doug started writing a first-hand blog about his everyday real estate experiences a decade ago. In depth, helpful and fun has always been the objective. Outside real estate, he was profiled in a commercial for Verisign's "Where the World Clicks" campaign, and was quoted in Money Magazine's Best Places to Live article on Vienna. He's a Boston University graduate who feels morning coffee is non-negotiable.

Helping my clients add value to their home has always been important to me. My step-by-step recommendations are intended to increase market appeal, return more then invested, and help net more when selling.

Beyond just sellers, I have helped many new homeowners make smart design decisions when remodeling. We gutted our house and totally remodeled it, and I pass that experience along because living in a nice house is simply better.

My background… I’ve been an active licensed agent in Virginia for 25 years, work at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty in McLean, and sell homes in all price ranges. I donate to the Town of Vienna tree replacement fund, participate in a neighborhood citizens association, and try my best to stay in shape.

Questions? Email doug@dougfrancis.com or call me at (703) 304-6827 to discuss your plans. Cheers!

Filmed in Vienna and McLean

https://youtu.be/ClqEIV1zoQg
Viva Vienna Vienna Idol event on the Town Green sponsored by Caffe Amouri

The Vienna Town Green

The Town Green in Vienna, Virginia is located where Maple Avenue intersects the W&OD Bike Trail and Mill Street. The Town

Thinking of Moving?

If you want to talk about your house and getting it ready for the market then let's set up a time to talk. Even if it's a second opinion, it's okay. Start here.
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Have a question?

Homeowners: Add a level of privacy

name withheld by request

Privacy: Remove your name

Looking for testimonials?

Read through a collection of client comments originally posted on Zillow, Google and Trulia. See what my clients say...

Looking for a Custom Home?

Insights into New Homes in Vienna VA
Time to Down size to a retirement home

Transitioning Into Retirement | Your Real Estate Plan

Maybe it was the gray hair, the years of experience, or just being in my late 50’s that helped introduce me to clients who are transitioning into retirement and are downsizing. The baby-boomer retirement plan was accelerated by “Covid-19” as long time owners found the old house was just too big. The retirement dream became […]

“Doug nailed it! Within days, we had three offers, one of which not only met, but far exceeded all of our goals.”
– R. Pollard

“He truly was a partner integrating us unto the community and made it easy for us to take advantage of all Vienna has to offer.”
– A. D’Eredita

“We are so thankful we found Doug to guide us through the complex home selling and buying processes!”
– Scott and Jennie

About Doug Francis

I am a Realtor with TTR Sotheby's International Realty® just outside Washington D.C. in Northern Virginia. I have been a full-time Realtor licensed in Virginia since 1991, and cover a big territory specializing in the Vienna real estate market and custom homes for sale.

I have unique knowledge of digital real estate marketing, and my marketing starts here. My clients have been attracted to my results-oriented strategy for years, and I am accepting new clients for Fall 2022 right now.

Thanks for reading, and feel free to contact me at 703-304-6827 or email me at doug@dougfrancis.com anytime!

Search for a subject

Contact

Doug: (703) 304-6827

TTR Sotheby's International Realty
6723 Whittier Avenue McLean, VA 22101

Office: 703-319-3344
Why do people hire me?

Search for homes in Vienna

Vienna Real Estate Guide

Doug Francis Vienna Real Estate 2021
This material can only be used with written permission.

Equal Housing Opportunity

 

Copyright © 2022 · Minimum Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in