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Review:
Bordering both Maryland and Virginia, the Great Falls of the Potomac is a series of waterfalls and rapids on the Potomac River. The river falls a total of 76 feet spanning less than a mile of waterfalls of various lengths. Visitors can access scenic views of the falls from the Billy Goat Trail on Bear Island as well as get some breathtaking vantage points of Olmsted Island. Visitors can participate in the many outdoor activities that are popular in the surrounding area, including hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, and whitewater rafting. It’s a great place to spend the day with family and friends and is sure to be a site you will want to visit multiple times.
Billy Goat Trail: 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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