Fort Washington Park

Lighthouse Area Closed

A section of Fort Washington Park, including the area around the Fort Washington Lighthouse and nearby sidewalks, will be closed from 12:00 a.m. on May 9, 2025, through 11:59 p.m. on December 31, 2025.

Helicopter Training at Fort Washington Park – June 5

Visitors may see or hear low-flying helicopters in Fort Washington Park on June 5 during a scheduled training exercise; please follow all law enforcement direction on site.

Picnic Area Closure at Fort Washington Park

The D1 Picnic Area will be closed April 15–November 15, 2025, and remain closed afterward per the Superintendent’s Compendium schedule.

Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 2:40AM EST until January 20 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

2:40 AM — 12:00 PM

* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds around 10 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. * WHERE...Tidal Potomac River from Key Bridge to Cobb Island MD. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Tuesday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM to 6 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Small Craft Advisory issued January 19 at 2:40AM EST until January 20 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC