Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Trail head entrance signage depicts the start of a trail head segment.
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
Map showing location of park.
Children hold hands as they roller skate around the rink at Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion during the park’s Late Skate program in Washington, D.C., on June 28, 2025.
Celebrate America’s Story in the National Capital Area During National Park Week, August 22-30
The National Park Service is excited to welcome visitors to celebrate National Park Week from Saturday, August 22 through Sunday, August 30, as dozens of sites across the region mark the 2026 theme, “Celebrate America’s Story,” highlighting the 250th anniversary of American independence and recognizing our shared American heritage of national parks.
Red flowers line a walking path beside the water with the Washington Monument in the background
NPS Invites Public Input for the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail Comprehensive Plan
The National Park Service is creating the first Comprehensive Plan for the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, a major step toward strengthening connections across this regionally significant trail network.
sunset over a river
Photo by NPS Photo / Steve Dean
A bicycle sits on a bright summer day overlooking the rolling mountains in the distance.
Photo by NPS Photo
blue flowers bloom next to a trail
Photo by NPS Photo / Stephanie Spencer