Potomac River

The Potomac River is a major waterway in the eastern United States, flowing approximately 405 miles from West Virginia, through Maryland and Virginia, and emptying into the Chesapeake Bay. It serves as a natural boundary between Maryland and Virginia and is historically significant, having been a crucial transportation route and a site for key events during the American Civil War. The river passes through Washington, D.C., where it features landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial and the Kennedy Center. It supports diverse wildlife and offers recreational opportunities like boating and fishing, making it an important ecological and cultural asset.