Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
Federal Recreation Area · District of Columbia · National Park Service
- Camping
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
Plan your visit
Trails & hiking
Biking · Hiking
Camping
Camping
Site types & reservations: see the official site.
Know before you go
- Phone
- 301-739-4200
- Official site
- www.nps.gov
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
Things to do
Highlights: Architecture and Building · American Revolution · Farming and Agriculture · Forts · Military · Artillery · Armories · Battlefields · Transportation · Canals · Tunnels · Trains and Railroads · Animals · Forests and Woodlands · River and Riparian · Scenic Views · Watersheds
Activities & features: Paddling · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching
Photos
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NPS Photo -
NPS Photo / Stephanie Spencer
Nearby parks
Parks of District of Columbia
32 parks mapped in District of Columbia
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Sources: National Park Service · updated 2026-08-12