Great Falls Park

Incredibly beautiful park ~20min from downtown Arlington. Busy, but great trails lining the river which are not to be missed. ~1.5-2hr for a hike along the water, looping back to the Visitor Center

Enjoy the majestic outdoors at this scenic park just outside of DC. There are 3 outlooks for prime viewing , many trails and picnic areas and a helpful visitor center with an interactive museum .

A cool park to go to with your family or friends. There are place were you can eat and walk. The fee is not much. Most of the time there is parking . The park is the most full on weekends in the summer

Perfect place for hiking and/or relaxing...go early...$5 for entrance and cash is quicker...Instead bringing lunch try BBQ , it is more fun...restrooms are miserable but who cares.

For my oldest son's bar mitzvah, went hikeing the billy goat trail . Hired two guides (John Fishback is one.) Special back packs with their lunch/water provided. Bussed all from hotel to BG-location.

I loved the Virginia side trails more than the Maryland side.. If you planning to hike be sure to bring water and snacks ????

The trails are challenging but always fulfilling because eventually you are going to see the well-known twenty foot waterfalls . The serenity is priceless and all trails are wheelchair friendly .

This park is the best! Obey the signs please. Do not drown. We live near the park and hear the sirens way too often.

"Admission to Great Falls Park in Fairfax County (pictured above) is just $3. The path is challenging at points, but views of the Potomac dotted with kayaks are worth it."-via Daily Candy

Best place to snap a sunrise shot of the falls is the Virginia side ! Such gorgeous nature so close to civilization!

Wonderful trail to hike on. Plenty of opportunistic areas to hike , fish , or kayak on. Great people surrounded by the wonderful wildlife . Careful of copperheads while rock climbing though.

River Trail is has a lot of gorgeous stopping points to take in the scenery. Even though it's only a few miles, it will take a while to complete. Don't plan to rush through.

Beautiful park that is definitely worth seeing. $10 per car to get into the park .

Nice waterfall with many places to sit and enjoy the view .

Park at Riverbend Park just down the road for free then hike to Great Falls Park via the roughly 2 mile long Mine Run Trail along the river . No fees, same great day!

I went there today and it was raining . I love the rain and the water falls were amazing . .good nature. Time to remeber for life

Loved loved loved. My new favorite retreat from the city life. Climb the rocks along the water.

Awesome park , lots of history and beautiful falls viewing places.

Views of the falls change with seasons and weather. Hiking , wildlife , and picnics make a full day.

There are several trails . Choose one according to difficulty and scenery. Remember you also have to hike it back.

A must visit when in DC, make sure you check all three overlooks

River vistas change with seasons and weather. Hike , explore the locks of the old canal system, learn Matildaville’s history, and more.

Did you know? From around 8000 BC-1700, the area around Great Falls was an important meeting place for Native Americans, particularly members of the Powhatan Confederacy and the Iroquois Nation. Read more

Come here right after a day or two of rain, or after a big thunderstorm. Bring your camera . The water runs brown from the run-off, but the raging river is at it's most impressive then.

Beautiful scenery , very relaxing. It's hard to believe that such a beautiful place is so close to the city areas.

The trails are nice and the waterfalls are really awesome, did not expect to see this breathtaking view !

You might as well get a year-long parking pass. It's $20, and goes to a good cause! You'll get your money's worth in 4 visits.

Amazing attraction and the view of the falls is breathtaking! A must see for anyone in the DMV area!

Good view from everywhere. You can see another state at another side of the river .

You never know what could find hiking there ???? very nice scenery

On a beautiful today like today, go early, otherwise you'll be in line forever. Also if you want to grill, the earlier the better.

Great place for a barbecue with friends. Grills are avaliable. Park closes at sundown

Great place to hike and bring parents when they're in town . Beautiful water falls.

Beautiful park and hiking trails !

Wonderful hiking trails ! Family friendly and easy to moderate hiking . No bugs !

Came on a Monday in November. No crowds, absolutely gorgeous.

Beautiful views overlooking the Potomac River . Be sure to visit from the Virginia side .

Great park for hiking and seeing the falls

Tremendous views rewarded after walking just a few yards

Great views all around! Make sure to get here early (before 12). The line to get in gets super long afterward.

We had enjoyed a lots..really nice place to explore the nature.

Beautiful trails and scenery. Nice place to get away from the "city life"

Check the traffic on weekends! We spent 40 minutes at the entrance on Saturday.

The hiking trail are good

Beautiful scenery for hikes with friends and family - very safe

A pleasant riverside stroll, a bit populated on the weekends, but still good times

Billy Goat trail is a great hike if you are up for it.

The best trails ... And a beautiful place for a nice long walk or bike ride

The views from any overlook you choose is simply amazing !

Absolutely gorgeous place, biking from Georgetown makes for a perfect day trip.