The purpose of this project is establish a Potomac River recreation zone that more fully supports non-motorized recreation, increases the public’s access to the river, improves functionality of the Capital Crescent Trail (CCT) as it connects to the Georgetown Waterfront Park and respects the historic character, natural resources and existing recreational use of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Rock Creek Park. Non-motorized boating facilities are needed in Georgetown due to limited public access points for these activities along the waterfront. Increased popularity for non-motorized water sports like canoeing, kayaking, rowing and paddle boarding, and insufficient capacity at current boathouse facilities that provide access to the river and amenities like boat rental, storage and docks. The current configuration of the CCT and its connection to Georgetown does not provide safe and compatible access for pedestrians and bicyclists with motorized vehicles to and through the “zone.”
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