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Great Falls

Potomac, Maryland

Target Species
  • Smallmouth Bass
  • Largemouth Bass
  • Channel Catfish
  • Flathead Catfish
  • Sunfish
  • Walleye
Water Type
Freshwater
Spot Type
Shoreline
Access
Shore, Kayak / Paddle

About This Spot

Located near Potomac, Maryland, Great Falls is a public shore fishing area on the Potomac River, with kayak and canoe access. Fish found here include Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Channel Catfish and Flathead Catfish, among others. A fee applies.

GPS Coordinates

GPS (Degrees & Decimal Minutes)
N 39° 00.150' W 77° 14.791'
Decimal Coordinates
39.002506907282616, -77.24651888112655

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