Great Falls Park
Virginia
🔴 hikes
$20
At Great Falls, the Potomac River builds up speed and force as it falls over a series of steep, jagged rocks and flows through the narrow Mather Gorge. The Patowmack Canal offers a glimpse into the early history of this country. Great Falls Park has many opportunities to explore history and nature, all in a beautiful 800-acre park only 15 miles from the Nation's Capital.
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Entrance fees
$20.00 — Entrance - Private Vehicle
$15.00 — Entrance - Motorcycle
$10.00 — Entrance - Per Person
$100.00 — Entrance - Non-commercial Groups
$40.00 — Commercial Entrance - Van
$40.00 — Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$25.00 — Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$100.00 — Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
Hours
Great Falls Park is open from 7:00 am until 30 minutes after sunset. This time varies each day. Great Falls Park is closed on December 25.
Conditions
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Things to do
Soak Up Spectacular Views at the Great Falls Overlooks
🔴 Hike Algonkian Regional Park to Difficult Run
Visitor centers
Great Falls Park Visitor Center
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