Piscataway Park
MD
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.
Things To Do
Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East
Become a Junior Ranger at parks across National Capital Parks – East! Explore, complete a booklet, and earn badges and certificates along the way!
Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps
Start your stamp collection and celebrate every park you visit! Explore historic sites and scenic parks managed by National Capital Parks - East and collect a unique stamp at each one.
Bicycle Smallwood State Park to Oxon Cove Park
The on-road bicycling route between Smallwood State Park and Oxon Cove Park makes connections with parks and historic sites.
See Mount Vernon From Piscataway Park
As a scenic easement meant to preserve the view from Mt. Vernon, Piscataway Park is a testament to the rich history of the Potomac River.
Available Activities
Weather
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.
Getting There
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.
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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.
National Colonial Farm Gate
Operated in partnership with the Accokeek Foundation, access to the National Colonial Farm varies by season.
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.
