• Great Falls of the Potomac in summer

    Great Falls

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  • Trash Free Park

    Great Falls Park is now a trash free park. Trash cans have been removed. Please come prepared to carry your trash out with you. More »

Places To Go

Visitor Center information can be found by clicking on the link above. Great Falls Park is a day use only park with no camping permitted. There are many options for camping in the area, and links to nearby parks with camping have been included under the Campgrounds link.

Did You Know?

Low water during the summer months

The Potomac River changes dramatically throughout the year at Great Falls. The park and falls overlooks are open year round, and each season offers a different experience.