VA
Great Falls Park
Hours
Open daily · 7:00AM - Sunset
Entrance Fee
$20.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
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Great Falls Park at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Soak Up Spectacular Views at the Great Falls Overlooks
- Nearby city
- McLean, VA
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Planning Great Falls Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
Great Falls Park uses timed entry for Great Smoky Mountains National Park Vehicle Reservations. TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Great Smoky Mountains National Park Vehicle Reservations. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
