Stone Bridge Along the George Washington Memorial Parkway

Memorial Parkway

George Washington Memorial Parkway

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Info

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 Photos

Stone Bridge Along the George Washington Memorial Parkway
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George Washington Memorial Parkway

Credit: NPS

Stone Bridge Along the George Washington Memorial Parkway
A view of the Parkway
United States Marine Corps War Memorial
Netherlands Carillon in Spring
The Navy and Merchant Marine Memorial

Activities

  • Arts and Culture
  • Live Music
  • Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching

Operating Hours

Parkway headquarters is open Monday through Friday from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm. It is closed on weekends and holidays.

DayHours
Wednesday
8:15AM - 4:15PM
Monday
8:15AM - 4:15PM
Thursday
8:15AM - 4:15PM
Sunday
Closed
Tuesday
8:15AM - 4:15PM
Friday
8:15AM - 4:15PM
Saturday
Closed

The George Washington Memorial Parkway is generally open year round, 24 hours a day. Check current conditions for information about closures due to road work and inclement weather. Parkway headquarters is open Monday through Friday from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm. It is closed on weekends and holidays. Most park sites are open from 6 am to 10 pm. For hours at specific destinations along the parkway please visit the individual webpages for those sites.

DayHours
Wednesday
All Day
Monday
All Day
Thursday
All Day
Sunday
All Day
Tuesday
All Day
Friday
All Day
Saturday
All Day

Weather info

Summers 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 activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters on the parkway are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Please be alert for snowplows and icy spots on roadways. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

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