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Greenbelt Park

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Greenbelt Park is a retreat from the pressures of city life and a refuge for native plants and animals just twelve miles from Washington, D.C.
Greenbelt Park has a 174 site campground.


Contact Information

6565 Greenbelt Road
Greenbelt, MD 20770
301-344-3948 - Headquarters
301-344-3944 - Visitor Information


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Getting There

By Car
Exit 23 (Route 201)South Kenilworth Avenue South to (Route 193)East Greenbelt Road
the park is a quarter mile on the right

Activities

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.
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  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Educational Programs
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Backpacking
  • Bird Watching
  • Nature Walks

Recommended Activities
Greenbelt Park has nine miles of trails.

The Perimeter Trail is 5.3 miles and is marked by yellow blazes.

The Azalea Trail is 1.1 miles and is marked by white blazes. It begins and ends at the Sweetgum Picnic area located near the entrance of the park.

The Dogwood Trail is 1.4 miles and is marked by red blazes.

The Blueberry Trail is 1 mile and is located near the campground area and is marked by blue blazes.


 
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RV Information
Are you planning on traveling with your RV? If you are, you should check out the Good Sam Club. The Good Sam Club offers discounts on camping, a free magazine subscription and great tips on traveling with your RV. You can also get a free no-obligation RV Insurance quote . Give them a look and enjoy your trip.
Gear Up For Your Trip
Once you have finished deciding where to go, it will be time to gear up. A great place for adventure travel gear is The National Geographic Store. They have all types of maps and guides to help finalize your vacation plans.