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When visiting Washington, D.C., most visitors take in the Smithsonian museums, historic monuments, and government buildings. However, Washington has many attractions for the outdoor enthusiast beyond the national monuments and historic…
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Alexandria, Va., was established in 1749. Located next to the Potomac River and across from Washington, D.C., Alexandria is a short commute to the area's historical places and landmarks. Recreation and shopping are not compromised. Vac…
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The Monongahela National Forest is one of West Virginia's most enchanting regions. The rugged, scenic back-country of this 900,000-acre preserve is celebrated as one of the country's best trout fishing destinations. Key fishing spots i…
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Colonial Beach is a small town just off the Potomac River in Virginia. President George Washington and General Robert E. Lee were born near this coastal town. The area is known for its private community and vacation cottages. Visitors…
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Brunswick is located in Frederick County, Maryland. It is known for the Railroad Days event they host in October. This city was very vital to the railroad's development. You can visit the Brunswick Railroad Museum to see all of the his…
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Best known as being home to George Washington's estate, the suburban community of Mount Vernon offers easy access to a number of Washington D.C. and Virginia area historical, cultural and outdoor sites and activities. Technically part…
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Rosslyn is an unincorporated area of Arlington County in Northern Virginia. It is directly across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Within the dense urban landscape of Rosslyn, several walking and hiking trails exist in the area…
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McLean, Virginia, is located near the border with Maryland and the Potomac River. Attractions in the area include Washington D.C., Six Flags amusement park and Scotts Run Nature Preserve. Several parks are in town as well as Marie Butl…
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Dahlgren, Virginia is a small town on the Potomac River, about an hour and a half south of Washington, D.C. It is home to a US Naval Base. If you're visiting the area in your RV and want to camp near Dahlgren, you'll have several optio…
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Moorefield is a small town that sits close to the state line of West Virginia, less than 30 minutes from Virginia. The Potomac River runs through town, and the Monongahela National Forest is about 15 miles away. Several golf courses ar…
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The urban village of Rosslyn in Virginia is the last stop before Washington, DC, and is Arlington's closest village to the Potomac River. It is a key tourist destination, with increased culture and sculpture, a vibrant nightlife, good…
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On a clear afternoon as the sun starts to set, few places in the Washington, D.C. area are as charming as Old Town, the historic and dog-friendly waterfront section of Alexandria, Virginia. Riverfront restaurants in Alexandria offer a…
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The city of Arlington, Va., is the location of numerous Washington, D.C., tourist sites and museums. In Arlington, visitors will find Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Iowa Jima Memorial, the Air Force Memorial and the USMC Wa…
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Sitting by the Potomac River after a day of hiking or cycling in the Washington, D.C. area is a popular way for tourists and locals to relax and unwind. Restaurants on the Potomac in Old Town, the historic waterfront section of Alexand…
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Take a canoe trip and relax on the waters as you paddle past forested banks bursting with different shades of fall foliage. Fall is an opportune time to enjoy a canoeing trip not only because of the scenery but also because the pesky s…
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