George Washington Memorial Parkway: Alerts, Map, Weather & Trailie Planner

About George Washington Memorial Parkway

The George Washington Memorial Parkway was designed for recreational driving. It links sites that commemorate important episodes in American history and preserve habitat for local wildlife. The parkway and its associated trails provide a scenic place to play and rest in the busy Washington, DC metropolitan area.

5 current NPS alerts

Park Closure: Northbound GWMP Lane Closures Between Spout Run and Route 123
Park Closure: Single Lane Closures on South Parkway Near River Farm Drive
Park Closure: Temporary Closure of the Clara Barton Parkway 3500 ft of right travel lane
+2 more in the Alerts tab

Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official George Washington Memorial Parkway page on nps.gov

Weather Information

Summer
on the parkway are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms.
Winter
on the parkway 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. Please be alert for snowplows and icy spots on roadways. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

Operating Hours

George Washington Memorial Parkway Headquarters

Parkway headquarters is open Monday through Friday from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm. It is closed on weekends and holidays.

Monday8:15AM - 4:15PM
Tuesday8:15AM - 4:15PM
Wednesday8:15AM - 4:15PM
Thursday8:15AM - 4:15PM
Friday8:15AM - 4:15PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

The George Washington Memorial Parkway

The George Washington Memorial Parkway is generally open year round, 24 hours a day. Check current conditions for information about closures due to road work and inclement weather. Parkway headquarters is open Monday through Friday from 8:15 am to 4:15 pm. It is closed on weekends and holidays. Most park sites are open from 6 am to 10 pm. For hours at specific destinations along the parkway please visit the individual webpages for those sites.