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Seneca Creek State Park is a great spot for a relaxed hike or ride, especially in the fall when the foliage is at its peak. You’ll pass lakes, creeks, and peaceful forested trails—perfect for enjoying the calm atmosphere.

Lake Needwood provides a peaceful escape with its calm waters and surrounding trails nestled in the heart of Maryland. It’s a popular spot for kayaking, fishing, and picnics, offering a natural retreat close to the city.

Washington Aqueduct was constructed back in the mid-1800s by the Army Corps of Engineers to provide water to Washington, D.C., and is still used today. The observation platform for the aqueduct is right next to the C&O and grants you views across the expansive Potomac River. Just across the trail exists a collection of other historic sites.

The Great Falls Overlook Trail offers awesome views of the Potomac River as it roars through Mather Gorge. Accessible via the C&O Canal path, the best parking is at the Great Falls Tavern, with a large lot nearby. From Olmsted Island, there is a quarter-mile walk across bridges and boardwalks that takes hikers to the overlook. The trail, which crosses the river’s floodplain, is handicapped accessible, though dogs are not permitted. For fewer crowds, it's best to visit early in the morning, around 8 a.m.

Just off the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Trail is a short, approximately quarter-mile footpath across bridges and the floodplain to Olmsted Island and the Great Falls Overlook. From here you get a breathtaking view of the Potomac River as it roars through Mather Gorge.

Lake Needwood is a beautiful 75-acre lake at the start of the Rock Creek Trail. The lake is popular with boaters, swimmers and fishermen. It is a great place for a break on your ride to take a dip to cool down.

A small river flows through the park, which is also a nature reserve. Beautiful nature, many hiking and cycling trails meander through the valley.

The Black Rock Mill is just off the side of the Seneca Greenway and Seneca Ridge Trail within Seneca Creek State Park. The structure is a reminder of the work that was done in the area in the 1800s.