So didn't have enough light to make 20 miles to next parking area but had nice 14 mile run as the sun came up. Saw a tent camper, other cyclists, joggers, and dog walkers. Several squirrels were cheering us on by running alongside us.
Mile marker 35.5
Whites Ferry
White’s Ferry is a one-of-a-kind on the Potomac River. Until it closed in 2020, it was the last operating ferry on the river, transporting vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians from Maryland across to the Leesburg area of Virginia. The ferry dates back to the early 1800s and gets its name from former Confederate Lieutenant Colonel Elijah White, who owned a nearby farm and purchased the ferry after the Civil War. (Source: www.canaltrust.org)
Mile Marker 30.9
Ruins of Jarboe’s Store
Close to Lock 25 are the brick ruins of Jarboe’s store. During the late 19th century and early 20th century, Eugene E. Jarboe ran a grocery and feed store, while also serving as postmaster at Edward’s Ferry. Gene’s sons, Sam and John, ran the store after their father tragically drowned in the lock while loading cattle. The store closed in 1906. (Source: www.canaltrust.org)
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