Q:  Why was Piscataway Park established?

A:  This waterfront park was established to protect the natural and        cultural elements along the Maryland shoreline that serve as the view shed to Mount Vernon.

Q:  When was the park established?

A:  It took almost 10 years to acquire enough acreage to establish the park.  Public Laws authorizing the establishment as well as increasing the acreage of the park to nearly 5,000 acres were passed on October 4, 1961 (P.L. 87-362), July 19, 1966 (P.L. 89-513) and October 23, 1972 (P.L. 92-533).

Q:  Are there trails for hiking and biking?

A:  Yes.  Biking and hikers can either park at the National Colonial Farm Visitor Center or at the parking areas off Bryan Point Road       near the Accokeek Creek and travel along the shoreline for several miles.

Q:  Is it okay to fish in the Potomac?

A:  Yes.  Although a Maryland fishing license is required for persons 16 and older, there are many locations that offer easy access to the Potomac River and Piscataway Creek.  There is a 200ft long        fishing pier at the National Colonial Farm as well as boat ramps at Marshall Hall, Wharf Road and the Fort Washington Marina.

Q:  Can you ride horses there?

A:  No.  The boardwalks are not constructed to accommodate the weight of horse and rider.  In addition, many the trail surfaces are not conducive to such use.