Great Falls Park
Hours
Open daily · 7:00AM - Sunset
Entrance Fee
$20.00
Entrance - Private Vehicle
Trailie
Build your Great Falls Park itinerary
Tell Trailie your dates, pace, and interests — get a day-by-day Great Falls Park plan with hikes, drives, and must-see stops.
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
Explore this park
Alerts(2)
Aid Box Rock Climbing Area Closed
NPS detailsThe Aid Box rock climbing area is temporarily closed due to a recent rock topple.
Temporary Closures of Park Entrance Possible if Parking Lots Become Full
If parking lots become full, there will be a temporary closure of the park entrance at Georgetown Pike & Old Dominion Drive. The park entrance will re-open as soon as space becomes available. For updated information about parking, call Visitor Center at 703-757-3101
Common questions
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.
