The Potomac River Guide has details on more than 750 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: Summer 2023

• Water Taxis Expand Service

• Potomac Report Card: The River Gets a "B"

• River Levels Declining

Potomac Water Taxi at the Wharf in D.C. Photo: City Experiences.

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