George Washington Memorial Parkway
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Memorial Parkway · DC, MD, VA
The George Washington Memorial Parkway was designed for recreational driving. It links sites that commemorate important episodes in American history and preserve habitat for local wildlife. The parkway and its associated trails provide a scenic place to play and rest in the busy Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesTemporary Closure of Right Lane of Clara Barton Parkway
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesDetour along Mount Vernon Trail at Gravelly Point
Alert: Information
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesIntermittent Lane Closures at GW Parkway for Bridge/Pavement Preservation
Hours Exceptions
NoteClosed Labor Day; Closed Columbus Day; Closed Veterans Day; Closed Thanksgiving Day; Closed Christmas Day; Closed New Year's Day; Closed MLK Day; Closed Washington's Birthday; Closed Memorial Day; Closed Juneteenth; Closed Independence Day
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available8 activities
Park Name
InfoGeorge Washington Memorial Parkway
Designation
InfoMemorial Parkway
State(s)
InfoDC, MD, VA
Phone
Info7032892500
gwmp_superintendent@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoParkway headquarters is open Monday through Friday from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm. It is closed on weekends and holidays.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, Forts, Military + 10 more
Weather Info
InfoSummers on the parkway are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical
Getting There
InfoDirections to Parkway Headquarters From the south, take the George Washington Memorial Parkway north. Just past the CIA exit turn right into the parking lot for the US Park Police and parkway headquar
Location
Info38.9628° N, -77.1495° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website