

The Potomac River Guide has details on more than 800 historic and recreation sites along the Nation's River. To start exploring, visit our interactive maps or browse the sites.
Interactive Maps
The Lower Potomac
The Potomac Estuary
Mount Vernon to the Anacostia River
Mall Area
Georgetown to Great Falls
Potomac Piedmont
Upper Potomac
The North Branch
Boat Ramps
Monitoring Sites
Bridges and Ferries
Cruises and Charters
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POTOMAC RIVERWATCH: Spring 2025
- Record Flooding in Upper River
- Air Crash Investigation Continues
- St. Mary's County Riverfest
- New Access Bridge at Edwards Ferry

Flow levels at Little Falls peaked in mid May. Source: NOAA and USGS.
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