Greenbelt Park facts for kids
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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Sign at the main entrance into the park.
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 Greenbelt Park
Location in Maryland
Greenbelt Park
Location in the United States
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| Location | Greenbelt, Maryland, U.S. |
| Area | 1,176 acres (4.76 km2) |
| Elevation | 79 feet (24 m) |
| Established | 1950 |
| Governing body | National Park Service |
| Website | Greenbelt Park |
Greenbelt Park is a cool place in Greenbelt, Maryland. It is managed by the United States National Park Service. This park is full of trees and is about 10 miles (16 km) northeast of Washington, D.C.. It is located right inside the Capital Beltway. The Capital Beltway is a big highway that goes around the Washington, D.C. area.
The land for Greenbelt Park was first planned to be part of a "green belt" around the city of Greenbelt. A green belt is like a natural area or parkland that surrounds a city. The southern part of this land was given to the National Park Service. This is how Greenbelt Park was created! Another part of the original land became the Henry A. Wallace Beltsville Agricultural Research Center.
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What to Do at Greenbelt Park
Greenbelt Park offers many fun things to do outdoors. It is a great place for people who love nature and outdoor activities.
Trails for Hiking and Riding
The park has a long trail that is 5.3 miles (8.5 km) long. You can use this trail for hiking or for horseback riding. There are also several shorter trails that are perfect for nature walks. These trails let you explore the park's beautiful forests.
Camping and Picnics
If you like spending time outdoors, Greenbelt Park has many campsites. You can set up a tent and enjoy a night under the stars. The park also has three special areas for picnics. These are great spots to have a meal with family and friends.
History of Greenbelt Park
Greenbelt Park officially became a National Park in 1950. The land for the park was acquired at the same time as the land for the Baltimore–Washington Parkway. This parkway is a major road that goes through the park. It divides the park into two main parts, running roughly north and south.
Most of the park's facilities, like the campsites and picnic areas, are in the larger western part. The eastern part of the park is mostly natural. It has one fire road that helps park rangers manage the area.
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