Tidal Basin, Washington, DC - U.S. National Park Service
Jul 5, 2018 · It is the location most associated with Washington's Cherry Blossom Festival that takes place each spring. The Tidal Basin is about 107 acres in size and approximately 10 feet deep. It was built to harness the power of the tides in the Potomac River to flush silt and sediment from the Washington Channel. Fill lands separate the Washington ...
Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom, drawing large crowds to DC’s Tidal Basin
7 hours ago · WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The wait is over, and the cherry blossoms have reached peak bloom! As the excitement continued on Friday morning, many visited the Tidal Basin to get a good view, while others prepared to enjoy the activities the National Cherry Blossom Festival has to offer this weekend. “We planned for it.
Cherry blossoms draws locals and tourists to D.C.'s Tidal Basin : …
1 day ago · The cherry trees at the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., are nearing peak bloom, and the crowds were out on Wednesday to enjoy the display. Tyrone Turner/WAMU hide caption
Tidal Basin - Wikipedia
The Tidal Basin is a man-made reservoir located between the Potomac River and the Washington Channel in Washington, D.C. The Basin is part of West Potomac Park, is near the National Mall and is a focal point of the National Cherry Blossom Festival held each spring.
Peak bloom begins for DC’s famous cherry blossoms – NBC4 Washington
9 hours ago · The Yoshino cherry trees along the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., are overflowing with delicate pink and white flowers. More than 70% of the blooms are open, the National Park Service announced ...
Walk Around the Tidal Basin - U.S. National Park Service
Mar 28, 2023 · Shimmering in the sun, surrounded by cherry trees and national monuments, the Tidal Basin is a must see in Washington, DC. The Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Washington Monument are …
Tidal Basin - Boating in DC Kayaking, Paddling, Passes, Tours, …
Mar 11, 2025 · Whether you’re driving in from far away or coming from downtown DC, getting to the Tidal Basin is easy— just off I-395/I-695 and I-66. Parking is available on West Basin Dr, Ohio D SW and at the Tidal Basin parking lot along Maine Ave. SW.
Tidal Basin: Paddle Boats - U.S. National Park Service
Mar 4, 2025 · Visitors to the Tidal Basin may rent paddle boats daily from spring until fall between 10 am and 5 pm. More information.
How to Visit the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. - TripSavvy
Jan 5, 2023 · The Tidal Basin is a man-made inlet adjacent to the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. It was created in the late 19th century as part of West Potomac Park to provide recreational space and as a means for draining the Washington Channel after high tide.
Cherry blossoms hit peak bloom, painting DC's Tidal Basin pink
9 hours ago · WASHINGTON (7News) — PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! The National Park Service (NPS) has announced that the iconic cherry blossoms around Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin are now in peak bloom. Peak bloom ...