Greenbelt Park, Park Site in Greenbelt, Maryland
Park Site

Greenbelt Park

Greenbelt · Maryland

Overview

About Greenbelt Park.

Enjoy affordable camping, hiking, and peaceful forest surroundings just ten miles from Washington, DC!

CampingGroup CampingRV CampingFoodPicnickingHikingJunior Ranger ProgramPlaygroundWildlife Watching

Weather

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. Fall: Expect a drop in temperature and humidity in September

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a trail in Greenbelt Park Maryland

Azalea Trail 1.2 miles

30-60 Minutes

Walk the Azalea Trail through the forest of Greenbelt Park. (1.2 miles) Park across the street , pick up a park brochure (with trail maps and descriptions included in the brochure) enjoy a 1.2 mile walk.

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a tent in the Greenbelt Park Maryland campground

Camping in Greenbelt Park, Maryland

Greenbelt Park campground is located in Greenbelt Park, Maryland. Our entrance is at 6565 Greenbelt Road in Greenbelt, Maryland. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov $20 per campsite.

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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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a trail in Greenbelt Park Maryland

Dogwood Trail 1.6 miles

30-60 Minutes

Dogwood trailhead with a trail going in to the woods of Greenbelt Park.

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Tent camping at Greenbelt Park.

Experience an Urban Oasis at Greenbelt Park

1-2 Days

Just ten miles from Washington, D.C., Greenbelt Park is located in suburban Greenbelt, Maryland. The park features a 172 site campground with specific site reservations, nine miles of trails, and three picnic areas. The campground is open all year round.

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Speaker at oratorical contest at Frederick Douglass National Historical Site

Green Line - DC Metro

1-2 Days

History, culture and nature come together to provide a variety of parks for visitors utilizing the Green Line. Each of the parks listed here are 1 mile or less from each metro stop (about a 20 minute walk) or a 10 minute bus ride away.

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Greenbelt Park Junior ranger booklet

Junior Ranger booklet- free

15-30 Minutes

Greenbelt Park Junior ranger booklet

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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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a trail in Greenbelt Park Maryland

Perimeter Trail 5.2 miles

60-120 Minutes

Park in the Sweetgum Picnic Area, pick up a park brochure (with trail maps and descriptions included in the brochure) and enjoy a 5.2 mile walk through Greenbelt Park. If walking, the Perimeter trail can be accessed at the park entrance.

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