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.
Map showing location of park.
National Park Service to Resurface George Washington Memorial Parkway from Spout Run Parkway to Alexandria
The National Park Service will begin lane closures the week of March 23 to resurface sections of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between Spout Run Parkway and Interstate 395 and between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and First Street in Alexandria, Virginia.
National Park Service Announces Preservation Work at Memorial Avenue Corridor
The National Park Service will begin historic preservation work along the Memorial Avenue Corridor on March 19, 2026, with work expected to continue through mid- to late May.
National Park Service Invites Public Input on Proposed Plan for George Washington Memorial Parkway
The National Park Service invites the public to comment on a proposed vista management plan for a 2.65-mile section of the George Washington Memorial Parkway between Spout Run and the Glebe Road Bridge. This plan will guide long-term care of historic scenic views along this stretch of the parkway.
George Washington Memorial Parkway Clears Way for Rehabilitation at Clara Barton National Historic Site
The National Park Service has signed a finding of no significant impact for a rehabilitation project at Clara Barton National Historic Site, determining that the planned improvements will not cause significant harm to the environment.
George Washington Memorial Parkway Clears Way for Major Safety and Bridge Repairs on Clara Barton Parkway
The National Park Service issued a finding of no significant impact for the Clara Barton Parkway Cantilever Bridge and Glen Echo Overpass Project. The decision confirms the work will not cause significant harm to the environment.
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS
Photo by NPS