Greenbelt Park, Greenbelt: Photos, Reviews & Location

Picnic tables, playground equipment & walking trails, plus year-round campgrounds.

At a glance

#5 of 5 Tourist attractions in Greenbelt #9 of 9 Parks in Greenbelt

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.40

2.5 km from the center of Greenbelt

Rating breakdown

5 ★59%
4 ★26%
3 ★10%
2 ★2%
1 ★3%

6565 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD 20770, United States

nps.gov

+1 771-208-1588

Quick facts

What is the rating of Greenbelt Park?: Greenbelt Park is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 2,969 reviews.
How does Greenbelt Park rank in Greenbelt?: Greenbelt Park is #5 of 5 Tourist attractions in Greenbelt by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Greenbelt Park located?: 6565 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD 20770, United States — 2.5 km from the center of Greenbelt.
How can I contact Greenbelt Park?: Phone: +1 771-208-1588 · Website: nps.gov

Reviews (11)

TM Morgan 2023 Oct 24

Nice level site at B-50. Quiet campground, clean bathrooms and showers. Rangers were so nice and helpful with information about the campground, area safety and best ways to tour DC.

Emma K Alexandra 2023 Aug 21

Great place to camp, very close to DC. The Northeast Branch Trail gets you almost all the way there by bike. However, be prepared to tackle some big hills and roads designed only with cars in mind to reach either entrance. A bike path between the metro or NE branch trail would make this the perfect place for bikepacking from DC

Kent Visser 2023 Jul 31

Its a campground with a lot green, only problem its enclosed by the busy roads you dont see but hear.

It is monitored by a ranger and he checks if you have reserved your spot up front through the website there is no office to this in person.

Sites are decent and you have a bit of room from your neighbours.

Showers and toilets are ok, the shower is in the same room as the toilets and you have no door ro close.

Its a good fall out base to visit washington, at our arrivel the green line was in repairs (else you can walk to the subway)and we took the camper to the orange line where you can park with an rv thats not longer the 20 feet

Allen Evans 2023 May 29

Ideal location! So close to DC! Friendly camp hosts! Knowledgeable docents!

Um, scratch that -- if EVERYBODY camps at Greenbelt, I can't!

Let's try again ...
Avoid this location -- at all costs!

🕷️. Spiders everywhere -- jumping spiders, daddy long legs, found a spider so large, its eyes reflected golden light from my headlamp (like 🐶 eyes)!

🦟. The mosquitos are large and plentiful! They carried away my wife and dog. I sure miss that dog.

Ukvayat Hanak 2023 May 03

Well maintained! Nothing flashy, but facilities were clean, trails clear, and the park beautiful. Camped here for a night and had a blast. The roads were paved around the picnic grounds and camping grounds. Easy to find a flat spot to place a camp and a playground and open field at the picnic area for the kiddos. I didn't see much poison ivy - huge plus! Loved reading about the history of the area in the signs around the picnic area. A great place to stop for a quiet lunch or to bring the kids.

Alice Feeney 2023 Mar 21

Really nice oasis in between Baltimore and DC. Older park, small roads, tight turns, dump station was especially tight. But they have potable water at random spigots, clean bathroom s, hot showers, hot water to wash hands. Small visitor center, but volunteer s were helpful!. Lots of trees, so shaded every where, but in March when we were here we got plenty of sun for our solar. Trails are open, many trees down from storm last year. It's a biggish park, plenty of privacy, feels very safe.

Realtor Matene Okoye 2023 Mar 03

Greenbelt Lake is beautiful and peaceful. Initially I struggled to find where it was located but a friendly neighbor put me on the path to the lake. She also said you can access the lake near Greenbelt police station. I walked around like 3 times and I think one time around the lake was 1.25 miles on my tracker. I went in the afternoon so alot of other people were there. I wouldn’t recommend going by yourself when it’s dark.

Taryn Heckman 2022 Jul 08

Perfect place for the whole family! We spent 4 nights here and the tent sites were amazing. The camp host was wonderful and very tentative. They were also quick to inform us of a tornado heading our way and gave us instructions on where to take shelter. Luckily we did not get caught in a tornado, but are very grateful for the way they were cautious and insure our family's safety!

Moving on with Old Man River Old man river 2022 May 06

I camped at this national park last night May 4th 2022. I am a tent camper and want certain things. I want a bathroom close. Before you book please know what you are booking. A great number of the camping sites have (for me) too much of a slant. I drove around took the number of different campsites and then booked
They charge 20.00 per night and have the discount rate of half price for the disabled card holders. The park is close to Washington DC.

Na'ilah Dawkins 2022 Mar 28

I gotta say as my first time coming here there is so much space, it's within 15-20 minutes, and fun for all age groups! It was my first time at the park. I was participating in 'Eco-Games' a Sierra Club event! I'm a member, I went. It was very fun!

I was alarmed though at the park bathroom situation and lack of available staff concerning communicating about any concerns.

The bathroom needs soap on deck and ut didn't! Thank goodness I had hand sanitizer. The women's bathroom left sink didn't work. I used the one to the right side. Disappointed. Where is the funding for national parks like this going, if bathroom necessities are lacking? More funding for our state parks are needed!

Rick Sussman 2021 Nov 13

Though we lived in the area for nearly 25 years (Montgomery County) this was our first time here. And a wonderful time of year for camping, too, with hardly anybody else here. We spent 5 nights in D loop in our 30 ft travel trailer, using our generator throughout the day and evening as necessary. Our site was just long enough for us, fairly level and open. We spent much of our time outside the park visiting family. And as close to very urban areas as it is, in the back of the campground it almost felt remote. Sunsets were beautiful.