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Greenbelt Park

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Park Closure Good Luck Road Parking Lot Closed

The Good Luck Road Parking Lot is closed. Please use the main entrance located at 6565 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770.

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

Greenbelt Park is a natural area located in Maryland, known for its lush landscapes and recreational opportunities. Visitors often come to enjoy hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching in a serene environment that offers a break from urban life.

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The park features several trails and picnic areas, making it a popular spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving natural spaces amidst growing urban development.

In pictures

a round back grill with grill on top on a campsite in the Greenbelt Park campground
a round back grill with grill on top on a campsite in the Greenbelt Park campground

Things to do

Spring and Fall Campfire programs
45 Minutes · Spring/Fall

Campfire Programs in the Greenbelt Park campground. Program begins at Sunset.

Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East
30-90 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Become a Junior Ranger at parks across National Capital Parks – East! Explore, complete a booklet, and earn ba...

Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps
5-10 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Start your stamp collection and celebrate every park you visit! Explore historic sites and scenic parks manage...

Green Line - DC Metro
1-2 Days · Winter/Spring

History, culture and nature come together to provide a variety of parks for visitors utilizing the Green Line....

Yellow Line - DC Metro
1-2 Days · Winter/Spring

Explore Washington, DC from top to bottom on the Yellow Line. Each of the parks listed here are 1 mile or less...

Junior Ranger booklet- free
15-30 Minutes

Greenbelt Park Junior ranger booklet

Perimeter Trail 5.2 miles
60-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Park in the Sweetgum Picnic Area, pick up a park brochure (with trail maps and descriptions included in the br...

Dogwood Trail 1.6 miles
30-60 Minutes

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

Azalea Trail 1.2 miles
30-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Walk the Azalea Trail through the forest of Greenbelt Park. (1.2 miles) Park across the street , pick up a par...

Camping in Greenbelt Park, Maryland
Winter/Spring

Greenbelt Park campground is located in Greenbelt Park, Maryland. Our entrance is at 6565 Greenbelt Road in Gr...

Experience an Urban Oasis at Greenbelt Park
1-2 Days · Winter/Spring

Just ten miles from Washington, D.C., Greenbelt Park is located in suburban Greenbelt, Maryland. The park feat...

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At a glance

Established
1950
Open
Daily 6:00AM - 10:00PM
Accessibility
wheelchair accessible
Address
6565 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770
Opening hours
Daily 6:00AM - 10:00PM
Phone
771-208-1588
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Parking can fill up quickly on weekends.
Bring water and snacks, as facilities are limited.
Check for trail closures due to weather conditions.
Dress for the weather, as there is little shelter on trails.

Photo: NPS/G Wilson