Exploring the Potomac Heritage Trail Network: Northern Virginia

To find the most up-to-date information on the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail within the Northern Virginia Region, please visit the Northern Virginia Regional Commission's Potomac Heritage Dashboard. The Northern Virginia Regional Commission's Potomac Heritage Dashboard includes a detailed over of trail amenities, access points, and trail characteristics to plan your perfect route.

 

Itinerary	Activity
A Secluded and Scenic Excursion on the Potomac	Civil War, History, Paddling, Wildlife
Alexandria’s Canal Trail	Birding, Hiking, Museum/Visitor Center
Alexandria’s Canal Trail: Bogs, Bluffs & Bays	Bicycling, History
Bicycling Arlington Memorial Bridge to Reedville, Virginia	Bicycling, Birding, Civil War, Historic Site, History, Museum/Visitor Center, Wildlife
From Riverbend to Great Falls	Hiking, History, Paddling, Wildlife
Loudoun’s Potomac Heritage	Bicycling, History
Nature and History Abound in Prince William Forest Park	Bicycling, Camping, Hiking, History
The Ira Gabrielson Trail Hike	Birding, Hiking, Paddling, Wildlife
Tidal Occoquan to Pohick Bay Paddle Tour	Birding, Hiking, Paddling, Wildlife
Explore Woodlawn Historic District	Historic Site, History, Museum/Visitor Center