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Baltimore-Washington Parkway

Parkway · Maryland

This 29-mile highway connects Baltimore, MD and Washington, D.C.

Plan your visit Directions

LocationGreenbelt, MD
Entrance No fee listed
HoursOpen 24 hours, daily
Weather now75°F Overcast
Alerts No active alerts

The parkway has carried visitors to and from the capital city since 1954.

Topics

Roads, Routes and Highways
Transportation

Greenbelt-Road overpass on the Baltimore Washington Parkway — Millions enjoy the scenic entryway to the Nation's Capital — NPS Photo

Things to Do

2 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.

Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps

Start your stamp collection and celebrate every park you visit! Explore historic sites and scenic parks managed by National Capital Parks - East and collect a unique stamp at each one.
- 5-10 Minutes
- Year-round
- Passport Stamp Locations at NACE
- Hands-On
Learn more about Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)
Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East

Become a Junior Ranger at parks across National Capital Parks – East! Explore, complete a booklet, and earn badges and certificates along the way!
- 30-90 Minutes
- Year-round
- Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East Sites
- Hands-On
Learn more about Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East on NPS.gov (opens in a new tab)

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Activities in the park

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Facilities & Services

Find visitor services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.

Other Visitor Services

Greenbelt Park Headquarters

Facility

There are no visitor centers along the Baltimore Washington Parkway. Greenbelt Park Headquarters is the location for the Baltimore Washington Parkway Maintenance…

Greenbelt, MD (301) 344-3948

Details

There are no visitor centers along the Baltimore Washington Parkway. Greenbelt Park Headquarters is the location for the Baltimore Washington Parkway Maintenance Division The Baltimore Washington Parkway passport stamp is located at the Greenbelt Park Ranger Station located near the campground.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Open 24 hours, daily · Baltimore-Washington Parkway

Hours details

Baltimore-Washington ParkwayOpen 24 hours, daily

The Baltimore-Washington Parkway is generally open year round, 24 hours a day. Check current conditions for information about closures due to road work and inclement weather.

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Address

Baltimore Washington Parkway
Greenbelt, MD 20770

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Weather & conditions

75°F

Overcast · feels like 71°

Today 75° 58°
Overcast

79% rain
Tomorrow 81° 58°
Sunny

6% rain
Wednesday 88° 65°
Sunny

7% rain

Updated 11 min ago

What to expect by season

The Washington, D.C. area has a four-season Mid-Atlantic climate. Summertime is warm and humid, while winter can be cold and snowy. Spring: During these months of transition, the weather can alternate from warm, humid air coming from the south to cold, dry air coming from the northwest. Be prepared for changing conditions. Summer: The warmest months are June, July, and August, with average highs in the 80s (~31 ?) combined with high humidity. Temperatures often climb into the 90s (~34?).

Photos

Baltimore Washington Parkway — NPS

Getting There

Baltimore Washington Parkway
Greenbelt, MD 20770

This 29-mile highway connects Baltimore, MD and Washington, D.C

Get directions NPS directions Official NPS site

Mailing address: 6565 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770

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