The Top 20 Attractions around Great Falls
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Great Falls. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Great Falls is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Difficult Run Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Difficult Run Trail follows the stream from Georgetown Pike to the Potomac River. The trail, which is narrow and rocky in some sections, can be hazardous due to a …
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Caboose Brewery
Highlight • Pub
No matter what you like to have on your ride you can find it here. There's great beer, and food, but also coffee and pastries. It's location along the W&OD …
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Herndon Caboose Park
Highlight • Monument
Herndon Caboose Park is located in the heart of Herndon, VA, and is a small but historically significant park centered around a restored caboose from the Washington & Old Dominion …
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Scott's Run Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Scott's Run waterfall into the Potomac. Best visited early in the mornings if solitude is preferred. Gets heavily overrun in the summer by a lot of people sun bathing, picnicking …
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Green Lizard Cycling, Herndon
Highlight • Rest Area
Bike shop right off the trail with coffee and beer. First time there was today, and I'll definitely be stopping by again.
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Swains Lock
Highlight • Historical Site
Lock 21, aka Swains Lock, is a lock house and campsite. It was built in the 1830s and transported items such as grain and coal between Georgetown and Cumberland. It …
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Dead Run Waterfalls
Highlight (Segment) • Waterfall
This trail meanders alongside Dead Run Creek and intersects with the Potomac Heritage Trail, which runs along the Potomac River. When the trail crosses Dead Run Trail, you'll come across …
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Beautiful Trail Segment
Highlight (Segment) • River
This segment is the more strenuous part of the hike. Good hiking shoes recommended as it is required to hike through a rocky section. It includes jumping from rocks to …
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Horsepen Branch Primitive Campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
The Horse Pen Branch campsite is a hiker/biker campsite not accessible by car. Amenities include a chemical toilet, water, picnic table, and grill.
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Pennyfield Lock
Highlight • Monument
Lock 22, aka Pennyfield Lock, was built between 1829 and 1831, and the name came from the misspelling of the Pennifield family name. It has been restored and offers overnight stays to recreate the rustic feeling from that period.
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Washington & Old Dominion Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
All told, this converted rail trail runs for 45 miles through Virginia. The surface is a mix of pavement and crushed stone. You'll also find a good few bike shops …
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