Bladensburg Waterfront Park

Come enjoy Bladensburg Waterfront Park, located on the scenic Anacostia River, one of the most historic waterways in America! Explore the river by boat or the hiker/biker trails linking to the Anacostia Tributary Trail System and the new Anacostia River Trail to Washington, D.C.

Waterfront Park Features

  • Canoe, kayak, rowboat, bike, and trike rentals
  • Interpretive riverboat tours
  • Riverside walking path
  • Picnic pavilion
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Fishing pier
  • Boat ramp
  • Playground
  • War of 1812 & Battle of Bladensburg interpretive signs
  • BLADENSBURG B&O RAILROAD CABOOSE
  • Engage your class or group with an environmental or social studies program!
  • Enjoy special events in the park throughout the season including live concerts and festivals!

Location & Directions

From Washington D.C., take New York Avenue East. Turn North on Bladensburg Road. Pass Peace Cross on left. You are now on MD Route 450. Take 1st right into Bladensburg Waterfront Park. There is a sign at the entrance. 

From Maryland, from the Beltway, take exit 23 which is Kenilworth Avenue South towards Bladensburg. Go five miles. After traffic light for Upshur Street intersection, go right on the exit ramp to MD Route 450 (Annapolis Road). Go left at end of exit ramp onto Route 450 West. Park Entrance is 2 short blocks on the left. 

From Virginia, take Kenilworth Avenue North. Take the exit ramp on the right to MD Route 450 West. Turn right at the stoplight onto MD Route 450 West. Park entrance is 2 short blocks on the left.