• Aerial view of the Parkway in the fall

    George Washington

    Memorial Parkway DC, MD, VA

A Road to Adventure

As an oasis amid urban development, the Parkway has a variety of park sites that provide opportunities for everything from quiet contemplation to nature exploration to exploring the history of the United States. 

Features

  • Aerial View of Key Bridge

    Breaking News

    Current updates on road construction, Parkway news, closures, and more.

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  • Dyke Marsh Wetland Restoration and Long Term Management

    Future of Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve

    Join us in a discussion about long term care of Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve.

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  • View of the Potomac near Georgetown

    Improving Water Quality

    Protecting the health and cleanliness of our water is something everyone can do. Visit the page below to find out how you can help.

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Did You Know?

Lock 1 of the Patowmack Canal

Great Falls Park is the northernmost site of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. One of the nation's first canals can be seen here. More...