Olmsted Island, River island in Potomac, Virginia, US.
Olmsted Island features steep cliffs and rocky terrain along the Potomac River, with a bedrock terrace forest covering an area of 0.2 square kilometers.
Hurricane Agnes in 1972 transformed the island's landscape by removing substantial amounts of woody shrubs and trees from its natural environment.
The island bears the name of Frederick Law Olmsted Jr, a landscape architect whose father created New York's Central Park.
A wooden walkway extends across the southern section of the island, leading to an observation platform that presents views of Great Falls.
The island contains numerous rare and endangered plant species within its protected habitat, where access beyond designated paths remains restricted.
Location: Virginia
GPS coordinates: 38.99830,-77.25000
Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:37
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