The Great Falls of the Potomac River, located 14 miles (22.4 km) upstream from Wash D.C., are located at the Potomac River's fall line. The Great Falls area is popular for kayaking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. Geologists believe Great Falls was formed during the last Ice age, when the sea level dropped, forcing the river to cut its valley. The metamorphic rocks in the river are thought to be at least 550 million years old !! The falls can be viewed from several overlooks in Virginia and one in Maryland, the latter accessed by a series of bridges and boardwalks leading out to Olmsted Island. It is a terrific spot created by mother nature as you can see in our pix album HERE.Sunday, March 16
Great Falls Park on a "sun"day afternoon
The Great Falls of the Potomac River, located 14 miles (22.4 km) upstream from Wash D.C., are located at the Potomac River's fall line. The Great Falls area is popular for kayaking, whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. Geologists believe Great Falls was formed during the last Ice age, when the sea level dropped, forcing the river to cut its valley. The metamorphic rocks in the river are thought to be at least 550 million years old !! The falls can be viewed from several overlooks in Virginia and one in Maryland, the latter accessed by a series of bridges and boardwalks leading out to Olmsted Island. It is a terrific spot created by mother nature as you can see in our pix album HERE.