Riverdale, MD – Due to the extreme heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County encourages all patrons to use caution when participating in outdoor activities today across the Washington Metropolitan Area.
Cooling Relief Available
All M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation sites, including community centers and indoor facilities, may be used as quick-stop cooling centers to help individuals beat the heat, cool off, use the restroom, or grab a break from the outdoors. These locations are not full-service cooling centers, but they can offer short-term relief.
For extended cooling relief, please refer to the designated cooling centers across Prince George’s County offered by M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, listed below, which are open only during their regular hours of operation. Please confirm the hours prior to visiting.
Cooling Centers
· Berwyn Heights Community Center 6200 Pontiac St, Berwyn Heights, MD 20740
· Camp Springs Senior Activity Center 6420 Allentown Road, Camp Springs, MD 20748
· Cedar Heights Community Center 1200 Glen Willow Drive, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
· Glenarden Community Center 8615 McLain Ave, Glenarden, MD 20706
· Harmony Hall Regional Center 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
· Hillcrest Heights Community Center 2300 Oxon Run Dr. Hillcrest Heights, MD 20748
· Huntington Community Center 13022 8th St. Unit B, Bowie, MD 20720
· John E. Howard Community Center 4400 Shell Street Capitol Heights, MD 20743
· John E. Howard Senior Activity Center 4400 Shell Street, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
· Kentland Community Center 2413 Pinebrook Avenue, Landover, MD 20785
· Langley Park Community Center 1500 Merrimac Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783
· Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center 431 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
· Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center 7120 Contee Road, Laurel, MD 20707
· Oakcrest Community Center 1300 Capitol Heights Blvd, District Heights, MD 20747
· Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex 8001 Sheriff Rd Landover, MD 20785
· Rolllingcrest-Chillum Community Center 6120 Sargent Rd, Chillum, MD 20782
· Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex 13601 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, MD 20613
· Southern Regional Technology and Recreational Center 7007 Bock Road Fort Washington, MD 20744
· Suitland Community Center 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville, MD 20747
· Temple Hills Community Center 5300 Temple Hill Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748
· Tucker Road Ice Rink 1770 Tucker Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
· Upper Marlboro Community Center 5400 Marlboro Race Track Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
· Vansville Community Center 6813 Ammendale Road, Beltsville, MD 20705
Residents and visitors are strongly encouraged to limit time outdoors and consider postponing visits to the following locations during the hottest parts of the day:
· Parks
· Trails
· Outdoor tennis, pickleball, basketball courts
· Playgrounds
· Golf courses
· Picnic pavilions
· Campgrounds
· Playgrounds
· Trap & skeet
· Old Maryland farm
· Any other outdoor Parks and Rec facility
Please note: Program services and outdoor activities may be adjusted, canceled, or postponed when temperatures reach 100 degrees or more. These decisions are made in the best interest of public safety and community well-being.
All indoor and outdoor pools will remain open and operate under regular scheduled hours. Advanced reservations are encouraged to ensure patrons can access the pools. Drop-in/day admission will remain available until the pool’s operating capacity. View the list of indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities below. For more information about aquatic facilities, hours of operation, and reservations, please visit pgparks.com/aquatics.
Indoor Aquatic Facilities (Hours vary by location):
· Allentown Splash Park: 7210 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744
· Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex: 13820 Old Gunpowder Rd, Laurel, MD 20707
· Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex: 8001 Sheriff Road, Landover, MD 20785
· Rollingcrest-Chillum Splash Pool: 6122 Sargent Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782
· Southern Area Aquatics and Recreation Complex: 13601 Missouri Avenue, Brandywine, MD 20613
· Theresa Banks Memorial Aquatic Center: 8615 McLain Avenue, Glenarden, MD 20706
Outdoor Aquatic Facilities:
· Allentown Splash Park: 7210 Allentown Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
· Ellen Linson Splash Park: 5211 Campus Drive, College Park, MD 20740
· Glenn Dale Splash Park: 1901 Glenn Dale Boulevard, Glenn Dale, MD 20769
· Hamilton Splash Park: 3901 Hamilton Street, Hyattsville, MD 20781
· J. Franklyn Bourne Pool: 6500 Calmos Street, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743
· Lane Manor Splash Park: 7601 West Park Drive, Hyattsville, MD 20783
· North Barnaby Splash Park: 5000 Wheeler Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Additional Resources and Safety Tips:
· Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
· Avoid strenuous activities during peak heat hours, typically from 10 am to 4 pm.
· Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing to reflect the heat and sunlight.
· Use sunscreen with high SPF to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
We thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we take steps to ensure everyone’s safety. Please take care of yourself and others in this heat, and continue to “Live More, Play More” with us – safely.
For additional information, updates, or to sign up for PGParks Alerts, visit www.pgparks.com.
