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Explore three sections of the Billy Goat Trail, a challenging hike along the Potomac River with rocky terrain and scenic views. Learn about the trail conditions, parking, safety tips, and more from the official park website.
The Billy Goat Trail is a 4.7-mile (7.6 km) hiking trail that follows a path between the C&O Canal and the Potomac River within the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park near the Great Falls in Montgomery County, Maryland.
The Billy Goat Trail is along the Maryland side of the Potomac River in the Cand O National Park, Great Falls MD, just outside the beltway. We usually park in the park (take MacArthur Blvd to the very end), pay the $5 and then you get bathrooms, easy parking and if you are lucky the grill is open.
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- Potomac, 20854-1659, Maryland
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Enjoy a challenging 4.8-mile hike with rock scramble and river views at C&O Canal National Historical Park. Read reviews, see photos, and check fees and conditions before you go.
Nov 26, 2023 · Learn how to hike the three sections of the Billy Goat Trail near Washington, D.C., with tips on difficulty, distance, and safety. Section A is the most challenging, with rock scrambling and cliff exposure, while sections B and C are more leisurely and scenic.