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The parkway is dedicated for Gladys Noon Spellman

The parkway is dedicated for Gladys Noon Spellman

Baltimore-Washington Parkway

Parkway · MD

This 29-mile highway connects Baltimore, MD and Washington, D.C. The parkway has carried visitors to and from the capital city since 1954.

Park report

Current Alerts

Good

How this is rated

Good: no active alerts or closures

No active alerts

Entrance Fee

Good

How this is rated

Good: free entry

Free — no entrance fee

Activities Available

Good

How this is rated

Good: many activities available

2 activities

Park Name

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Baltimore-Washington Parkway

Designation

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Parkway

State(s)

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MD

Phone

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771-208-1453

Email

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nace_superintendent@nps.gov

Operating Hours

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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.

Campgrounds

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No campgrounds listed

Themes & Topics

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Transportation, Roads, Routes and Highways

Weather Info

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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

Getting There

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

Location

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39.0260° N, -76.8541° W

Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website