Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities
Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities is a national park campground in Maryland. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- National park campground
- Location
- Maryland
- Coordinates
- 38.71083, -77.02917
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Birding, Camping, Fishing, Guided Interpretive Walks, Hiking, Historic & Cultural Site, Interpretive Programs, Photography, Picnicking, Visitor Center
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 301-763-4600
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Fort Washington Park Day Use Facilities
Overview Fort Washington is located 15 miles (24 km) south of Washington, D.C., along the Potomac River. It is a local favorite for picnicking, recreation and historic interest. Built to defend the nation's capital in 1824, the 19th century masonry fort is the oldest and best preserved in the area. Rich in history, green space, and beautiful river vistas, Fort Washington Park is a treasure trove of historic and recreational opportunities. Recreation There are several large fields making it an ideal place for large parties and family gatherings. Both biking and hiking trails are available. The "B" picnic area offers a playground; a basketball court is near the "C" picnic area. Both are open during regular park hours year round. The playground and basketball court areas are not exclusive to the reservation-holder, but open to all visitors of the park. Facilities Fort Washington has eight picnic areas available, ranging in capacity from 35-150 people per site, with restrooms, picnic tables, and barbeque grills. The Visitor Center and Historic Fort are open year round. Park Rangers are on site to provide park information and historic talks and walks. The "B" picnic area offers a playground; a basketball court is near the "C" picnic area. Natural Features Fort Washington Park is located off Maryland Highway 210, four miles south of the National Harbor along the Potomac River in the quaint, quiet Fort Washington neighborhood. Abundant with trees, wild life, shore line and 34
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Maryland Department of Natural Resources · 12 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Alexandria Richmond Hwy · 4.0 mi
- Low clearances
- 9 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hunt Picnic Areas | National park campground | 1.3 mi | — | Electric |
| Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment | Private campground | 3.2 mi | — | — |
| Cosca Regional Park Campground | Private campground | 6.9 mi | — | — |
| Fort Belvoir Travel Camp | RV park | 6.9 mi | — | — |
| Tent Camping | Private campground | 7.1 mi | — | — |
| Campground site #133 | Private campground | 8.2 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.