HistoryJuly 12, 2026·1 min read
Piney Point Lighthouse: Our Closest Hidden Gem
The Potomac Team
Tips, guides, and updates from the Potomac team.

It is easy to miss and it should not be. Piney Point Lighthouse is the single closest attraction to Potomac Vista Cottage, and it comes with a small sandy beach and a boardwalk along the Potomac.
A Museum, a Walk, a View
It is a museum, a walk, and a place to watch the river, all in one stop.
Pair It With Lunch
Stop at Ruddy Duck on the way back for a half day trip that does not require a full tank of gas.