Piscataway Park

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📍 StateMaryland

🏛️ TypePark

🎟️ EntryFree

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Piscataway Park is a National Park Service-protected area located 20 miles (32 km) southwest of downtown Washington, D.C. in and around Accokeek, Maryland. It protects the National Colonial Farm, Marshall Hall, and the Accokeek Creek Site. The park is located across the Potomac River from George Washington's Mount Vernon estate.

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About Piscataway Park

Piscataway Park is home to bald eagles, beavers, deer, foxes, ospreys, and many other species. To complement the surroundings, the park has, in addition to a public fishing pier and two boardwalks over fresh water tidal wetlands, a variety of nature trails, meadows, and woodland areas. The Park is also home to National Colonial Farm.

Park Photos

A woman wearing 18th century dress stands next to a blooming tree

Boardwalk over Accokeek Creek located in Piscataway Park

The remains of Marshall Hall, the house being destroyed by fire.

Activities

Boating Fishing

Operating Hours

Piscataway Park

Piscataway Park, including Accokeek Creek Boardwalk, Farmington Landing, and Marshall Hall, is open daily for pedestrian access from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and for vehicle access through gated areas from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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6:00AM - 10:00PM	6:00AM - 10:00PM	6:00AM - 10:00PM	6:00AM - 10:00PM	6:00AM - 10:00PM	6:00AM - 10:00PM	6:00AM - 10:00PM

National Colonial Farm Gate

Operated in partnership with the Accokeek Foundation, access to the National Colonial Farm varies by season.

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7:00AM - 5:00PM	7:00AM - 5:00PM	7:00AM - 5:00PM	7:00AM - 5:00PM	7:00AM - 5:00PM	7:00AM - 5:00PM	7:00AM - 5:00PM

Piscataway Park Gated Areas

Gated areas at Piscataway Park, including those at Accokeek Creek Boardwalk, Farmington Landing, and Marshall Hall, allow pedestrian access starting at 6:00 a.m. and open to vehicles from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

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9:00AM - 10:00PM	9:00AM - 10:00PM	9:00AM - 10:00PM	9:00AM - 10:00PM	9:00AM - 10:00PM	9:00AM - 10:00PM	9:00AM - 10:00PM

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to enter Piscataway Park?

Piscataway Park is free to enter.

What are the best activities at Piscataway Park?

Popular activities at Piscataway Park include: Boating, Fishing.

What is the weather like at Piscataway Park?

Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

How do I get to Piscataway Park?

The National Colonial Farm: From the Capital Beltway (I495/95) from southbound take Exit 3, to MD210 South/Indian Head Highway. Travel approximately 9 miles, at the traffic light by B&J Carryout turn right on Livingston Road (please note that Livingston Road crosses MD210 several times) Drive one block and turn right on Biddle Road. At the stop sign, turn left on Bryan Point Road and follow about 3.5 miles. National Colonial Farm will be on the right.