Piscataway Park
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Piscataway Park
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Contact Information:
Piscataway Park
13551 Fort Washington Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
301-763-4600
http://www.nps.gov/pisc/
Size: 4,625 acres
Location: Piscataway Park stretches for 6 miles from Piscataway Creek to Marshall Hall on the Potomac River, on the opposite shore from Mount Vernon.
Description: The tranquil view from Mount Vernon of the Maryland shore of the Potomac is preserved as a pilot project in the use of easements to protect parklands from obtrusive urban expansion. The project began in 1952 to preserve the river view as in was during George Washington's day.
Activities: Hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, educational programs.Operating Hours: The Park is open daily during daylight hours.
History: Authorized on October 4, 1961.
See other Maryland National Parks