I explored the park way with my 87 year old grandfather.
Sincerely,
George Washington Memorial Parkway
The George Washington Memorial Parkway is a lush, green stretch of forest that borders the Potomac River in metropolitan Washington, D.C. The roadway connects 22 sites that commemorate our national heritage.
State(s): District of Columbia Maryland, Virginia,
Established: 1930
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When our two girls were in high school we took a two week trip out to the beautiful National Parks of the Grand Circle. That trip has had lasting memories for our family and now they travel to NP across our country. This photo was one our daughter took last…
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