One View, Two Parks

On the outskirts of Washington, DC, the Potomac River passes through a landscape of surprising beauty and ecological significance. Here, over many millennia, an unusual combination of natural forces has produced a unique corridor known as the Potomac Gorge.
 
A group of children surround a park ranger in front of Great Falls
The Virginia Side

View the Virginia side of the falls with nearby cities of Great Falls, VA

People's hand rest on railing while watching the Falls
The Maryland Side

Hike the Billy Goat Trail, visit Great Falls Tavern, and view Great Falls

Last updated: June 2, 2026

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Mailing Address:

142 W. Potomac St.
Williamsport, MD 21795

Phone:

301-739-4200

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