George Washington Memorial Parkway
Federal Recreation Area · District of Columbia · National Park Service
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.
Plan your visit
Trails & hiking
Biking
Know before you go
- Phone
- 7032892500
- Official site
- www.nps.gov
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
Things to do
Highlights: Architecture and Building · Forts · Military · Artillery · US Marines · Monuments and Memorials · Music · Transportation · Roads, Routes and Highways · Wars and Conflicts · World War II · Trails · Wetlands
Activities & features: Arts and Culture · Live Music · Road Biking · Food · Picnicking · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching
Photos
-
NPS -
NPS
Nearby parks
Parks of District of Columbia
32 parks mapped in District of Columbia
You're looking at George Washington Memorial Parkway — the gold marker.
Every dot is a park. Tap one to jump to it.
Browse all District of Columbia parks →Guides for the trip
All guides →-
RV & Camper Overnight Parking at Cracker Barrel and Other Retail Lots: A Practical Guide for RVers 4 min read -
RV & Camper Destination Trailers vs. Travel Trailers: How to Choose 3 min read -
RV & Camper RV Battery Disconnect Switch: On or Off When Plugged In or in Storage? 4 min read -
RV & Camper How RV Air Conditioners Work (And How to Keep Yours Running Well) 5 min read
Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12