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Cheltenham Wetlands Park

c/o Park Ranger Office
14955 Pennsylvania Ave.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
301-627-7755; TTY 301-699-2544

shell fugusWant to see deer, muskrats, bluebirds, hawks, and frogs in their natural environment? Check out Cheltenham Wetlands Park! With over 200 acres managed by M-NCPPC, this park is home to various species of birds, insects, mammals, fish, and amphibians. Foot trails, boardwalks and scenic overlooks provide hikers with the opportunity to appreciate the natural beauty of Prince George's County while special nature programs teach visitors about wildlife and ecology.

The park is open daily from dawn to sunset. For reservations or to find out about programs at Cheltenham Wetlands Park, please call the Park Ranger Office at the number above.

Location/Directions

From the Capital Beltway (I-495) , take Exit 7A (Branch Avenue, Route 5), toward Waldorf. Make a left onto Surratts Road. Southern Maryland Hospital will be on your right at the top of hill. Follow Surratts Road until it dead-ends at Frank Tippett Road. Make a left onto Frank Tippett Road. Make the next left at Commo Road and continue until you pass over a bridge. The entrance is on your right.

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