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Holly Picnic Area

Open
Open All Year 8:00 a.m. to dusk

Phone
301-344-3948

Location
The Holly Picnic Area is located near the entrance of the park. When entering the park, proceed to the stop sign. Make a left turn and the holly picnic area is on your right hand side.

Available Facilities
The Holly Picnic Area can accomodate up to 200 people. There are 99 parking spaces. There are picnic tables and a bathroom. A Recreation Fee is charged according to the number of particpants. 99 or less $50.00. 100- 149 $100.00. 150 - 200 $150.00. The area is available starting in May each year. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the park. Amplified music and loud use on any audio device is not permitted. The park does not provide electric power and portable generators are prohibited. Amusements such as pony rides, any type of balloons, and moon bounces may not be used in the park. If you plan any special activites that require equipment, please discuss it when reserving the area and have the activity wriiten on the permit. Refunds will only be allowed if the permitee notifies the park in writing at least fourteen days prior to the reserved date. There will be a $25.00 administrative fee charged for each cancelled reservation. Refunds will not be made for rain or inclement weather. There are no covered pavillions in the picnic area. The park encourages everyone to come see the area in person before reserving it.


Laurel Picnic Area

Open
Open All Year 8:00 a.m. to Dusk

Phone
301-344-3948

Location
The Laurel Picnic area is just past the Holly Picnic Area. When entering the park, proceed to the stop sign. Make a left turn at the stop sign and drive past the Holly Picnic Area. The entrance to the Laurel Picnic Area is located on the right hand side of the road. There is a sign stating "Laurel Picnic Area".

Available Facilities
The Laurel Picnic Area can accomodate up to 100 people. There are 99 parking spaces. There are picnic tables and a bathroom. The area is available starting in May each year. All bathrooms in Greenbelt Park are now handicapped accessible ! A Recreation fee is charged according to the number of participants. 99 or less $50.00. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the park. Amplified music and loud use on any audio device is not permitted. The park does not provide electric power and portable generators are prohibited. Amusements such as pony rides, any type of balloons, and moon bounces may not be used in the park. If you are planning any special activities that require equipment, please discuss it when reserving the area and have the special activity wriiten on the permit. Refunds will only be allowed if the permitee notifies the park in writing at least fourteen days prior to the reserved date. There will be a $25.00 administrative fee charged for each cancelled reservation. Refunds will not be made for rain or inclement weather. There are no covered pavillions in the picnic area. The park staff encourages everyone to come see the area before reserving it.


Sweetgum Picnic Area

Open
Open All Year 8:00 a.m. to Dusk

Phone
301-344-3948

Location
Sweetgum Picnic Area is located near the entrance of the park. Upon entering the park, proceed to the stop sign. Make a right hand turn and the Sweetgum Picnic Area is the first left hand turn.

Special Programs
For special programs, contact the park headquarters at 301-344-3948.

Available Facilities
Sweetgum Picnic Area is a first-come first serve picnic area. There are two sets of playground equipment, a baseball field with backstop, and a large field . There is a limit of 4 tables and 24 people per group so that everyone may enjoy this area. There are picnic tables and a bathroom in this area.
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