Call the department for information about its 280,000 acres of public parks and forests. This massive department, covering all of Suburban Maryland, includes numerous parks and, in Prince George's County, community centers. You'll also find historic sites, nature centers and golf courses. Swimming is not available. These full-service community centers require membership, which is open to anyone.
Many special events are open to nonmembers for a fee.
Health and fitness features include a pool, gymnasium, racquetball and squash courts, an aerobics and dance studio, steam room and exercise equipment and training. The center boasts an indoor pool, regulation-size gymnasium, fitness room, library and auditorium for entertainment and community events. Many events are open to the public. The JCC's facilities include a Sports and Fitness Center with indoor and outdoor pools, exercise equipment, a steamroom, and courts for handball, racquetball, squash and basketball. Men's and women's health clubs are available for additional membership fees.