Verified listings in Washington, D.C.
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📍 Arlington · Arlington & Alexandria
NPS scenic parkway and shoreline parks along the Potomac including trail access such as the Mount Vernon Trail. Driving and trail use on the parkway itself are free; Great Falls is a separate fee site.
🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page
✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026
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📍 Great Falls · Fairfax & Inner Northern Virginia
NPS park overlooking Potomac River falls with overlooks and trails. Paid entrance; digital passes available via Recreation.gov.
💵 Entrance fee required (credit/debit only; no cash). Private vehicle $20; motorcycle $15; per person on foot/bike/horse $10 (ages 15 and under free). Passes valid 7 consecutive days; also valid at C&O Canal NHP. Annual park pass $35. America the Beautiful passes accepted.
🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page
✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026
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📍 Sterling · Loudoun & Prince William
NOVA Parks regional park along the Potomac in Sterling with hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, and paid amenities such as golf and seasonal waterpark.
💵 Park open daily sunrise to sunset for general outdoor use. Golf, cottage rentals, picnic shelters, Volcano Island Waterpark, and event facilities charge separately.
🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page
✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026
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📍 Northwest DC · North & East D.C.
Large urban NPS park with trails, picnic areas, and historic sites through Northwest DC. Grounds have no entrance fee; some parking and concession services cost money.
🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page
✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026
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📍 Northeast DC · North & East D.C.
NPS aquatic gardens and park along the Anacostia River with seasonal water gardens and trails. Free entry; no pass required.
🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page
✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026
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📍 Greenbelt · Prince George's & Outer Maryland
NPS park in Prince George's County with wooded trails and a campground near the Capital Beltway. Day-use entry is free; camping is reserved and paid separately.
🕑 Hours vary by season; see the official page
✓ Checked on the official page Nov 3, 2026
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