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National Parks Near Washington, DC

3 national parks within driving distance of Washington, DC -- from quick day trips to extended road-trip destinations.

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Day Trip (Under 2.5 hours)

A man stands with his back facing us, looking at a waterfall.

Shenandoah

VA

Comfortable

107 mi -- about 1.9 hr drive

Extended Drive (5+ hours)

bridge spanning the river

New River Gorge & Preserve

WV

Busy

294 mi -- about 5.3 hr drive

Two people stand at the edge of a gray rock cliff; in the distance, sunset and trees in fall colors.

Cuyahoga Valley

OH

Moderate Crowds

376 mi -- about 6.8 hr drive