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A suspect has been charged in relation to an assault on the Capital Cresent Trail

Brookside Gardens’ Wings of Fancy, Mudfest, June concerts at Brookside Gardens and Shakespeare in the Park are all cancelled.

Montgomery Parks issues statement about status related to Phase 2 of state’s reopening plan.

Department diverted 67% of its waste away from landfills in 2019

Black Hill Boats are open for Memorial Day weekend. Lake Needwood Boats will open the weekend of June 6.

To report a bear emergency, contact Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

Montgomery Parks extends its open streets initiative to allow for more space for people to exercise and recreate.

National trail experts Liz Thorstensen and Richard Edwards will present during virtual session on May 18, 2020.

2020 summer camps are canceled due to COVID-19 health crisis.

Playgrounds, basketball courts and athletic fields to remain closed until further notice.

Residents can submit comments in advance or testify remotely

Energized Public Spaces plan will help to create parks and public spaces in areas most in need.

People are flocking to the outdoors in record numbers for physical and mental exercise.  Practice social distancing on some staff picks of favorite trails.

When using your garden plot, please use the following guidelines and best practices to ensure everyone stays safe and healthy. 

Department continues to reinforce the importance of social distancing.

Portions of Little Falls Parkway and Beach Drive will be closed to vehicles.

Montgomery Parks’ COVID-19 Information Hub will be kept up to date with any additional developments.

Montgomery Parks is closing an additional section of Sligo Creek Parkway to vehicles to free up space for people to exercise.

Montgomery Parks is urging park and trail users to adhere to COVID-19 Social Distancing Guidelines.

Closures will occur Friday through Sunday, beginning April 3, 2020. Traducción al español incluida.

Montgomery Parks limits park gatherings to groups of 10 or less and urges public to adhere to guidance from health officials. Traducción al español incluida.

In response to the evolving circumstances with the COVID-19 virus, beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is closing all indoor park facilities to the public. Traducción al español incluida.

Farewell send-off event will take place April 4, 2020, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Did you know that Montgomery Parks has hundreds of athletic fields available throughout the County? Field reservations can be made for sports leagues, team practices, scrimmages, field day activities and more!

This season brings overwintering guests to Black Hill Regional Park. On Saturday, February 15, Black Hill Nature Program’s Wine and Waterfowl event will highlight local artists’ and photographers’ work — showcasing waterfowl in all their splendor.