Great Falls Park

• Guided Tours
• Hiking
• Paddling
• Kayaking
• Park Film

The Washington, D.C. area has a four-season Mid-Atlantic climate. Summer is hot and humid, and winter can be cold and snowy. Precipitation averages 2-4” monthly, year-round. The average temperature in summer is about 75 degrees F. Summer days in the mid-90's with high humidity are not uncommon. Winters vary in temperature, with the average temperature about 36 degrees F. Snow is rare. When it snows, it tends to melt within a few days.

• Entrance - Private Vehicle

  Includes driver and passengers. Admits one single, private, non-commercial vehicle and all its passengers. Organized groups are not eligible for the vehicle permit. Also valid for entrance into the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. Admission to Great Falls Park is valid for seven consecutive days including date of purchase.

  $20.00

• Entrance - Motorcycle

  Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. Individuals 15 years of age and younger are admitted free of charge. Also valid for entrance into the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. Admission to Great Falls Park is valid for seven consecutive days including date of purchase.

  $15.00

• Entrance - Per Person

  Applies only to people entering by foot, bicycle, or horse. Individuals 15 years of age and younger are admitted free of charge. Also valid for entrance into the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park. Admission to Great Falls Park is valid for seven consecutive days including date of purchase.

  $10.00

• Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

  Includes church groups, college/school groups, scouts, service organizations, military, etc. All holders of annual passes and those under 15 years old will be exempt from payment of fees. Non-Commercial Groups in vehicles with a capacity of 15 or less are charged the $20.00 vehicle permit. Vehicles with a capacity of 16 or more are charged a fee of $10.00 per person. Removal of seats from a vehicle does not then qualify for the lower rate. The total fee will not exceed the $100 fee per vehicle.

  $100.00

• Commercial Entrance - Van

  Vehicles with capacity of 7-25 passengers: $40. (No per person fee)

  $40.00

• Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

  Vehicles with capacity of 7-25 passengers: $40. (No per person fee)

  $40.00

• Commercial Entrance - Sedan

  Vehicles with capacity of 1-6 passengers: $25 plus $3 per person.

  $25.00

• Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

  Vehicles with capacity of 26+: $100. (No per person fee)

  $100.00

How much does it cost to visit Great Falls Park?

Entrance to Great Falls Park costs $20.00 (Entrance - Private Vehicle), $15.00 (Entrance - Motorcycle), $10.00 (Entrance - Per Person). The America the Beautiful annual pass ($80) covers entry at every NPS site.

What are the hours at Great Falls Park?

Great Falls Park is open from 7:00 am until 30 minutes after sunset. This time varies each day. Great Falls Park is closed on December 25.

Do I need a reservation for Great Falls Park?

No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Great Falls Park. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.