Great Falls National Park Vortex - Vortex Hunters
We believe we found a vortex at Great Falls National Park, Va. See our video. The falls and rapids descend about 76 feet in less than a mile, creating swirling pockets of energy. Native Americans lived here for centuries, carving petroglyphs into rock formations at this sacred spot.
Massive rocks and wild water flows - Review of Great Falls Park, …
Apr 29, 2013 · Great Falls Park: Massive rocks and wild water flows - See 1,368 traveler reviews, 1,129 candid photos, and great deals for McLean, VA, at Tripadvisor.
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USGS: The River and The Rocks (The Origin of the Rocks) - U.S.
Mar 1, 2005 · In order to reconstruct this story, we must look beyond the obvious cracks and fractures which control the form of the river gorge, and study the more subtle features of the rocks. A brief search around the Great Falls area reveals five distinct kinds of rock: mica schist, metagraywacke, amphibolite, granite, and lamprophyre (see table below).
Where to See Incredible Waterfalls in Northern Virginia
Jul 29, 2021 · Just because the DMV is hundreds of miles from Niagara doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the sight of fast-moving water cascading over rocks. Here are four spots where chasing waterfalls is definitely encouraged. Don’t forget your camera — but remember to take those selfies from a safe distance.
Great Falls | Virginia Waterfall - Waterfalls Guide
Located within the George Washington Memorial Parkway Park, this stunning waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery and dramatic rock formations, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.
Underfoot: Geology of Great Falls, VA
Jun 9, 2011 · This includes the Green Frog (Rana clamitans), enjoying the microhabitat of a water-filled pothole. But dangers lurk for unsuspecting amphibians. Only a few hundred feet away, this 5-ft long Black Racer ( Coluber constrictor ) was taking advantage of a rocky crevice to conceal himself.
Falling for Great Falls Park - fairfaxtimes.com
Aug 23, 2024 · The din of the rushing water (at some 10,000 cubic feet per second), as it cascades over and through a rugged landscape of jagged, gray rocks downriver toward D.C., was both deafening and, at...
Awe-Inspiring Waterfalls: Great Falls National Park
Feb 10, 2024 · Both locals and tourists flock to see Great Falls National Park. “At Great Falls, the Potomac River builds up speed and force as it falls over a series of steep, jagged rocks and flows through the narrow Mather Gorge.”
The Great Falls Loop In Virginia Is A Beautiful Waterfall Hike
Apr 27, 2018 · Great Falls Park in Virginia offers a stunning 4.6-mile loop trail featuring waterfalls, rapids, and scenic views along the Potomac River.
15 Gorgeous Virginia Waterfalls (must-visit ... - Happy To Be Virginia
Oct 21, 2022 · Great Falls is a real natural marvel of the state, where the water of the Potomac River plunges over the rock face to flow through Mather Gorge. As the falls are popular with visitors from Washington D.C. (the Nation’s Capital is only 15 miles away), you’re best to arrive early on weekends or in peak season.