Parking Lots Along GW Memorial Parkway Reopening: NPS

FORT HUNT, VA — The National Park Service is joining local park systems in restoring visitor access to parks along the George Washington Memorial Parkway in Northern Virginia. This includes reopening parking lots and restrooms that were closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Reopening began on May 29, and all parking lots and restrooms will be open by June 3. This includes Theodore Roosevelt Island, Gravelly Point, Fort Hunt Park, Jones Point Park, Collingwood Picnic Area, Riverside Park, Belle Haven Park and Fort Marcy. The parking lot at Great Falls Park has reopened, but the visitor center remains closed and fees are suspended. Gravelly Point visitors are reminded parking is not allowed in the grass area.

"George Washington Memorial Parkway appreciates the collaboration among our regional partners including the City of Alexandria, Fairfax and Arlington counties, NOVA Regional Parks, Visit Fairfax and Fairfax County Park Authority in providing additional access to local green space as part of their phased reopening," said Superintendent Charles Cuvelier of NPS in a statement. "We encourage everyone to recreate responsibly and thank visitors and neighbors for their ongoing support."

NPS says the reopening aligns with guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and state and local public health officials. Visitors are asked to follow public health orders as well as avoid crowded areas and high-risk outdoor activities.