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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Montgomery County

Montgomery County’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20

beautiful natural monuments in Montgomery County. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: December 22, 2025

Beautiful Trail Segment

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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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Purplehorse Beach and Mixed Rock Formations

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The beach holds "mixed rocks," which means that the heat and pressure from the Earth have melted parts of some rocks and fused them with other rocks. The views with these unique rocks and the river are absolutely stunning.

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Great Falls Park on the C&O Trail

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Located at mile 14.3 on the C&O Canal Towpath in Potomac, Maryland, Great Falls Park is a must-visit highlight for hikers, cyclists, and history buffs alike. A short boardwalk leads …

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Great Falls Overlook 1

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The "great falls" of the Potomac are only 25 meters high, but there is a lot of water flowing - impressive. The craggy rock formation of the falls consists of …

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Great Falls of the Potomac River

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Great Falls Park is a national park that spans 800 acres along the Potomac River. The park features 15 miles of hiking trails, some of which are open to biking …

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Little Falls Dam

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The Little Falls Dam is a low dam built in the Potomac in 1959. It now separates the Upper Potomac River and Lower Potomac River, forming the Little Falls Reservoir. …

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The Saddle Rock

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The Saddle Rock is called this way as the best way to cross it is by pretending to get into a saddle. Left foot on the little step carved out …

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Horseshoe Bend at Great Falls

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Great Falls has a scenic Horseshoe Bend where the river curves in a horseshoe shape around a rocky outcrop. It's a nice spot to stop for photos on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail.

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High Water Marks

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Madness when you see the surroundings, as a small person stands in front of it and imagines the masses of water. Absolute force of nature.

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Travilah Oak

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This ancient oak there when the US constitution was written. It’s an interesting landmark. There is a restaurant and a convenience store nearby, making it a fun excursion!

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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Montgomery County

Beautiful Trail Segment

Purplehorse Beach and Mixed Rock Formations

Great Falls Park on the C&O Trail

Great Falls Overlook 1

Great Falls of the Potomac River

Little Falls Dam

The Saddle Rock

Horseshoe Bend at Great Falls

High Water Marks

Travilah Oak

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Most popular attractions in Montgomery County

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