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Length1 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Typical time30 min
SurfaceDirt
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityPicnic Area Parking: One space is designated. Restrooms: Only the family restroom is accessible, with a door lever to open the restroom ( closed in winter ). Routes: The parking lot is paved. The picnic area is fairly level and grassy. Water: Accessible fountains are not available. <a href="https://www.nps.gov/ge...
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🌊 River or creek

We love when visitors bring their pets! However, there are some restrictions and regulations that you and your pet must follow when you are in the park. For more information about visiting with pets, visit our Pet Page. Areas Pets are allowed: Roads Hiking Trails Potomac River Beach Picnic Area Regulations for Pets in the Park: Pets are not allowed within the Memorial Area. Pets must always be on a leash no longer than six feet in length. Pets must be kept under owner's control at all times. Bag your pet's waste. Do not leave pet waste bags in trees, on trail posts, or discarded in the woods. If there's no trash can immediately available, take it with you until you find one. Leaving pets unattended in vehicles is strongly discouraged - especially on warm days. Pets are not allowed inside the Visitor Center, unless it is a Service Animal . Things to Do with Pets Nature Trail The Nature Trail is a 1-mile loop walk that can take between 30-50 minutes to walk. It is a relatively easy trail as it is mostly flat with rough, dirt covered terrain in some spots. This trail can be accessed from the Picnic Area parking lot. View a map of the trail . Dancing MarshTrail The Dancing Marsh Loop Trail is a 3/4 mile loop trail that can take between 30-45 minutes to walk. Pets are not permitted in the Historic Area section of this trail. You can walk with your pet to the entrance of the Historic Area, but will then need to turn around. This trail can be accessed from the Nature Trail. View a map of the trail . Potomac River Beach You can stroll along the Potomac River on the sandy beach with your pet. Be sure to learn more about the Potomac River Beach area. Picnic Area Enjoy a picnic with your four-legged friends at the picnic area. There is a pet water fountain available ( closed in winter ). Be sure to learn more about the Picnic Area . Become a B.A.R.K. Ranger Complete the activities for your furry friend to earn a George Washington Birthplace B.A.R.K. Ranger badge! B.A.R.K. Ranger Activities Read and follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger Code. Explore areas of the park that are open to pets (listed above). Take a photo of your pet visiting the park and tag us on social media. Once you arrive at the park, find a park ranger and say the B.A.R.K. Ranger Pledge with your pet's name. Receive the George Washington Birthplace B.A.R.K. Ranger badge! Learn more about the B.A.R.K. Ranger program!

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Areas Pets are allowed: Roads Hiking Trails Potomac River Beach Picnic Area Regulations for Pets in the Park: Pets are not allowed within the Memorial Area. Pets must always be on a leash no longer than six feet in length. Bag your pet's waste. Do not leave pet waste bags in trees, on trail posts, or discarded in the woods. If there's no trash can immediately available, take it with you until you find one. Leaving pets unattended in vehicles is strongly discouraged - especially on warm days. Pets are not allowed inside the Visitor Center, unless it is a Service Animal .
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