WHEATON, Md. – As clocks spring forward this weekend, so do the hours for Montgomery Parks’ popular Open Parkways that provide safe, car-free spaces for the community to get outside, stay active, and enjoy the longer days and warmer weather.
Spring/Summer Open Parkways schedule (starts Friday, March 6):
- Beach Drive between Knowles Avenue and Cedar Lane (2.2 miles) and Sligo Creek Parkway between Old Carroll Avenue and Piney Branch Road
- Saturdays from 9 a.m. through Sundays at 6 p.m.
- Sligo Creek Parkway between Forest Glen Road and University Boulevard West
- Fridays from 9 a.m. through Sundays at 6 p.m.
*Please note: Gate closures are intended to be completed by the times listed above. The re-opening of the parkways begins at the times listed above. However, this process may take up to 30 minutes to complete. These hours may change on federal holidays. Please visit our website for details.
About Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks manages 416 parks and more than 37,000 acres of parkland. Our parks, programs, and facilities promote physical activity, social connection, and environmental stewardship. As part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Montgomery Parks is committed to creating equitable, inclusive, and accessible park experiences. M-NCPPC has been stewarding public lands since 1927 and has been nationally recognized for its high-quality parks and recreation services. MontgomeryParks.org
Accessibility at Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Program Access Office at 301-495-2581 (Voice/TTY), MD Relay 7-1-1 or 800-552-7724 or ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org to request a disability modification. Visit Montgomery Parks Program Access for more information.
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