Piscataway Park
64 nearby · 7 free and dispersed sites within 25 mi
Photo: NPS photo
2 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- Park closureFarmington Landing CLOSEDThe National Park Service is imposing a temporary closure of Farmington Landing. This temporary closure is necessary to provide for visitor safety during a comprehensive rehabilitation project to restore park resources and improve the visitor experience. Work will include resurfacing the parking lot, replacing parking barriers, replacing trash cans with new wildlife-proof trash cans, and installing new fishing rod holders.
- Park closureFort Foote CLOSEDThe National Park Service is imposing a temporary closure of Fort Foote Park. This temporary closure is necessary to provide for visitor safety during a comprehensive rehabilitation project to restore park resources and improve the visitor experience. Work will include resurfacing the parking lot and gravel roadway, replacing parking barriers, removing the abandoned restroom facility and reseeding the area, and replacing trash cans with new wildlife-proof trash cans.
At a glance
- Near the park
- 64 campgroundsWithin 25 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 7 sitesWithin 25 mi
Where to camp
Camping near the park 64
- Aerial viewCampground
Patriots Path: A Revolutionary War Encampment
1.6 mi · Mount Vernon, VA
- Aerial viewRV Park
Fort Belvoir Travel Camp
4.6 mi · Fort Belvoir, VA
Free and dispersed nearby 7
See them on the map- Campsite #8Camp Barrett, VA20 mi
- Campsite #7Camp Barrett, VA20 mi
- Campsite #6Camp Barrett, VA20 mi
- Campsite #5Camp Barrett, VA20 mi
- Campsite #4Camp Barrett, VA21 mi
- Campsite #3Camp Barrett, VA21 mi
Services nearby: 4 dump stations · 7 rest areas
About Piscataway
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…
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.
Photos: NPS/ MJ Garcia · NPS Photo
Things to do
- Boating
- Fishing
Plan your visit
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…
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…
Plan your visit
Hours
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.
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.
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.
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