Park Site

Fort Washington Park

Fort Washington · Maryland

Overview

About Fort Washington Park.

Built to defend the river approach to Washington, DC, Fort Washington has stood sentry for over 200 years. As technologies advanced, so did Fort Washington from the brick and stone of the 19th century to the concrete and steel of the 20th century.

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Weather

Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

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Photos of Fort Washington Park.

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Things to do

Discover Fort Washington Park.

view of a wooden boat ramp, shoreline and water

Bicycle Smallwood State Park to Oxon Cove Park

1-2 Days

The on-road bicycling route between Smallwood State Park and Oxon Cove Park makes connections with parks and historic sites.

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Birding at Fort Washington Park

Come for the history, stay for the birds. Fort Washington Park has a diverse array of bird species spread among its distinct ecosystems.

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Two National Park Service interns show their passport stamp collection at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps

5-10 Minutes

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.

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Two Junior Rangers display their Junior Ranger badge collections at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East

30-90 Minutes

Become a Junior Ranger at parks across National Capital Parks – East! Explore, complete a booklet, and earn badges and certificates along the way!

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Watch an Artillery Demonstration at Fort Washington Park

15-90 Minutes

Ever wonder how Civil War cannons were fired? Visit the park the first Sunday of every month from May to November to watch the Fort Washington Guard demonstrate and explain the procedures used during the muzzle-loading era of American Artillery.

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