Glen Echo Park and the Dentzel Carousel are enjoyed by children and adults.
Glen Echo Park
Park · MD
Glen Echo Park began in 1891 as a National Chautauqua Assembly "to promote liberal and practical education." By 1911, it transformed into DC's premier amusement park until it closed in 1968. Since 1971, the National Park Service has owned and operated the site and today, with the help of the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture, offers year-round cultural and recreational activities.
Park report
Current Alerts
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available6 activities
Park Name
InfoGlen Echo Park
Designation
InfoPark
State(s)
InfoMD
Phone
Info3013201400
gwmp_glen_echo@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe grounds of Glen Echo Park are open daily from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. (the next day). No overnight parking.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, Music, Social Movements + 1 more
Weather Info
InfoWeather for Washington, D.C. and Bethesda, Maryland areas.
Getting There
InfoBy Car: Capital Beltway (I-495), Maryland outer loop exit 40 Cabin John Parkway to Clara Barton Parkway; Virginia inner loop exit 41 Clara Barton Parkway East; follow Clara Barton Parkway to MacArthur
Location
Info38.9691° N, -77.1401° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website