Baltimore-Washington Parkway (affiliated area)
Opening for traffic in 1954, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway is a 29-mile road running between the eastern boundary of the District of Columbia and Baltimore, Maryland. It resulted from the collaborative efforts of federal and state governments. The cooperation linked the two metropolitan areas along the "fall line" where the Atlantic coatal plain meets the Piedmont region. Initially, the parkway crossed undeveloped land, though it has stimulated considerable suburban growth since its establishment.
At A Glance
In The Park
Superintendent: Gayle HazlewoodPhone Number: (301)344-3948
Entrance Fees: Free
Sights: Greenbelt Park; NASA Visitor Center; City of Greenbelt; Greenbelt Museum; The Greenbelt City Hall; National Wildlife Visitor Center
Important Dates
By The Numbers
Acres: 29.00Location
Latitude / Longitude :39.104920 / -76.790970 (map it)
State: MD
Nearby Big City: Greenbelt, MD
Gateway Communities: Baltimore, MD; Washington, D.C.;Washington, D.C.; Arlington, VA; Alexandria, VA; Bethesda, MD; Silver Spring, MD
Nearby Airports: Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Green Features
Has Volunteer Program? : YesIn Detail
History History of the Baltimore-Washington Parkway Running between the eastern boundary of the District of Columbia and Baltimore, Maryland, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway is a 29-mile route that opened ... read more.
In A Nutshell Welcome Welcome to the Baltimore Washington Parkway. The parkway is located between Washington, D.C. and Fort Meade, Maryland. The parkway leads into Washington, D.C. from the North. For the n ... read more.
Just For Kids Be A Junior Ranger Each National Park conducts its Junior ranger program in different ways due to staff and other factors. Junior Rangers at nearby Greenbelt Park participate in environmental educa ... read more.
Preservation Leave No Trace 1. Plan Ahead and Prepare Know the regulations and special concerns for the area you'll visit. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. Schedule your trip to avoid tim ... read more.
Sights to See There are several places to visit along the parkway. Enjoy a picnic or camp in Greenbelt Park, Greenbelt road Route 193 west off the parkway. Visit the NASA visitor center on Soil Conservation Road ... read more.
Volunteer There are no volunteer positions for the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. There are many National Park volunteer opportunities throughout the Washington, D.C. area through Volunteer. Gov. VIP Program M ... read more.
Who's Who at the Park U.S. Park Police For Emergencies, please call the U.S. Park Police dispatch at 202-619-7105 The dedicated force of the United States Park Police patrol the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. There are n ... read more.
Baltimore-Washington In Depth
News from the Parks
Frommer's Top 5 Parks for Cozy Camping
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
November 21, 2008 - 10:01am
I always look forward to getting my Frommer's newsletter every week. Not only are they budget travel saavy, they inspire me to get out there no matter the weather! Here are their top five picks for cozy camping.
Park to Reopen Today after Crews Repair Road, Channel Kautz Creek
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
November 21, 2008 - 9:56am
The Nisqually Road in Mount Rainier National Park will reopen today, a day earlier than expected. The road, and the park, have been closed since Nov. 12 when Kautz Creek jumped its banks and flooded the main road into the park.
Jenna Otter Returns to Scene of Grizzly Bear Attack
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
November 21, 2008 - 9:55am
Reporting from Glacier National Park -- No one knew what to expect on the trail to Grinnell Glacier one late summer morning, but a second bull moose less than an hour out was hardly a good sign. During September and October -- mating season -- it's always best to give the spindly-legged animals plenty of room.
Expected Rule Change Would Benefit Bicycling in National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
November 21, 2008 - 9:07am
An upcoming National Park Service (NPS) rule change could greatly benefit mountain bicycling by improving the administrative process for opening trails to bicycles. IMBA has been asking the agency to revise its policies since 1992, because the current "special regulations" process is needlessly cumbersome and treats bicycles like motorized vehicles.
Things Slow At Hawaii's National Parks
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
November 21, 2008 - 8:55am
On our recent trip to Hawaii we had a feeling that things were less busy than usual. Now there are some numbers to back up our hunch: The national parks in the state saw a drop in attendance of more than 50,000 visitors during the month of October.
