Fort Washington Park
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Fort Washington Park at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Watch an Artillery Demonstration at Fort Washington Park
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in MD
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About Fort Washington Park
Built to defend the river approach to Washington, DC, Fort Washington has stood sentry for over 200 years. As technologies advanced, so did Fort Washington from the brick and stone of the 19th century to the concrete and steel of the 20th century.
No current NPS alerts
The National Park Service has no active alerts listed for Fort Washington Park. Conditions change quickly — check again before you go.
Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Fort Washington Park page on nps.gov
Weather Information
- Summer
are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms.
- Winter
are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall.
Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.
Operating Hours
Open daily, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- Monday6:00AM - 10:00PM
- Tuesday6:00AM - 10:00PM
- Wednesday6:00AM - 10:00PM
- Thursday6:00AM - 10:00PM
- Friday6:00AM - 10:00PM
- Saturday6:00AM - 10:00PM
- Sunday6:00AM - 10:00PM
Fort Washington Historic Fort
Open Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Friday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 4:30PM
Fort Washington Park Gated Areas
Open daily for pedestrian access from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and for vehicle access through gated areas from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; gates are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
- Monday7:00AM - 10:00PM
- Tuesday7:00AM - 10:00PM
- Wednesday7:00AM - 10:00PM
- Thursday7:00AM - 10:00PM
- Friday7:00AM - 10:00PM
- Saturday7:00AM - 10:00PM
- Sunday7:00AM - 10:00PM
Common questions
Planning Fort Washington Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Fort Washington Park. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
