Elizabeth Mills Riverfront Park, also known as Basil Newman Park, is a beautiful mixed-use park along the Potomac River and Goose Creek. It is a big park featuring great walking trails that lead to the river, with easy access right to the river bed. The trails offer beautiful views, great opportunities for photo opportunities, and a great way to explore nature and wildlife. The path starts paved through a golf course before becoming a beautiful dirt path along the water with small hills, nothing too steep.
The park has a boat launch, though kayak and canoe users must pay a parking fee. There is a long trail to walk your dog with plenty of room, and a big field. While there are no picnic tables in the park itself, there are lots of picnic areas with grills nearby. The park includes a great playground for kids. Restrooms are nearby but not part of the park. Reaching the parking lot requires going through a neighborhood, but it is open and worth the visit.
Peacful riverfront and clean, maintained access to it. Also on my way I saw small places where kids can play and run and enjoy clean air. I love this place
May 2026
little secret, unarrivable place you want to keep it yourself
February 2026
Hiked the Potomac Heritage Trail here. Walk through the golf course to access the trail. Can be muddy when it rains. Very little people on trail. Has views of the Potomac River and parts of Selden Island.
