Potomac River: The Nation's River
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Enjoy and Protect the Potomac
Known as the Nation's River because the Potomac borders Washington DC, the river runs from Fairfax Stone in West Virginia to Point Lookout in Maryland. The Potomac is a source of recreation and majestic beauty. Here's information on the Potomac's recreation and conservation opportunities. Visit the guestbook to share how you enjoy the Potomac.
Photo: Great Falls of the Potomac
Photo: Great Falls of the Potomac
Top 5 Places to Visit Along the Potomac
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The Tidal Basin
Tidal Basin is home to the Jefferson Memorial, the more...1 point
George Washington Memorial Parkway (U.S. National Park Service)
A scenic by-way along the river.1 point
Georgetown Waterfront
Walk the boardwalk, sit by the river or launch you more...1 point
Great Falls Park (U.S. National Park Service)
At Great Falls, the Potomac River builds up speed more...0 points
Theodore Roosevelt Island National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)
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Potomac River Cruises
Dinner Cruise Washington D.C. on the Potomac River
Odyssey Cruises, fine dining and entertainment on more...2 points
Dandy Restaurant Cruises
Cruises are Day or Night, Rain or Shine® Year Rou more...0 points
Washington DC Boat Tours from Potomac River Boat, Charter a Boat or Take a Tour
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Mount Vernon Cruises, Sightseeing | Spirit of Mount Vernon
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Capitol River Cruises
Tours, Charters and Group Cruises available.0 points
Potomac River Books
Potomac River Recreation
Enjoy the Nation's River
- Potomac River Smallmouth Club
- An angler's club in the Washington DC metropolitan area. The group promotes catch and release of smallmouth bass.
- Capital Hiking Club
- Offers frequent hikes near the Potomac. Has a monthly moonlight hike along the C&O Canal from Angler's Inn to Great Falls.
- The Blue Ridge Voyageurs
- Voluntary association of experienced whitewater paddlers (both open and decked boats) from the Washington, DC area.
- Canoe Cruisers Association
- The Canoe and Kayak Club of Greater Washington D.C.
- River Events
- Upcoming events along the Potomac River.
Historic Potomac River Maps
Potomac River Conservation
Making our river better
- Potomac Riverkeeper
- The Potomac Riverkeeper's mission is to protect and restore the Potomac River and its tributaries, from its headwaters
in West Virginia to the Chesapeake Bay, through citizen action, education, advocacy and enforcement. - Potomac Conservancy
- Potomac Conservancy's mission is to protect the health, beauty and enjoyment of the Potomac River and its tributaries.
- Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin (ICPRB)
- ICPRB Works To Protect and Preserve the Potomac River Basin.
- Potomac River Map
- Map of the Potomac River by Encarta.
Potomac River News
- Removing a Potomac invader
- Area fishing enthusiasts got their chance to compete in a tournament to catch the dreaded snakehead fish...
- Woman Rescued From Potomac River
- (WUSA) -- A woman, who was reportedly wind surfing, fell off her board and into the Potomac River on...
- Family rescued after falling out of paddle boat on Potomac
- AP A family of four is back on dry land after a scary accident involving a paddle boat they had rented...
Read More about the Potomac
Potomac Pictures
Potomac River Trivia
Just the facts
The Potomac watershed covers 14,670 square miles in four states (Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania) and the District of Columbia.
Washington DC Area's Other River
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For Anglers, Paddlers and other River Lovers
Looking to go out and enjoy your hometown river? Whether you enjoy fishing or paddling, you'll find what you need at River Lover Delights.
- River Lover Delights
- An online store for anglers, paddlers and other river enthusiasts.
Potomac River Tributaries
The major tributaries of the Potomac River are the North Branch Potomac, South Branch Potomac, Shenandoah, Monocacy, Savage, Cacapon, Anacostia, and Occoquan Rivers.
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Index
- Top 5 Places to Visit Along the Potomac
- Potomac River Cruises
- Potomac River Books
- Potomac River Recreation
- Historic Potomac River Maps
- Potomac River Conservation
- Potomac River News
- Read More about the Potomac
- Potomac Pictures
- Potomac River Trivia
- Washington DC Area's Other River
- River Lover Delights from Amazon
- Potomac River Tributaries
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