9 Reasons Prince George’s County, Maryland Is The Perfect Road Trip Destination

Grab your best friends, family members, or significant other, and set your sights on Prince George's County, Maryland, where outdoor adventure awaits year-round.

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1. National Harbor

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Featuring outdoor dining, waterfront walkways, bike-sharing opportunities, and more, Prince George's County's National Harbor is an ideal site or location for the outdoors-adoring adventure seeker (and beyond!). With something for just about everyone, the National Harbor treats visitors to the beauty of the Potomac...as well as a few great shopping opportunities along the way! Dive in here.

2. Legacy Wine Trail

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Featuring a number of renowned wineries, Maryland's newest wine trail offers visitors a taste of culture, and then some. Soak up more info here.

3. Watkins Regional Park

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Follow the yellow brick road down to Watkins Regional Park, where imagination is plentiful and natural beauty spreads far and wide like a field of poppies. Home to the enchanting Wonderful Wizard of Oz playground, Watkins Regional Park is an ideal space for those seeking adventure both fantastical and practical. And with sprawling jungle gyms, biking, and hiking, as well as robust walking paths and picnic spaces to boot, you'll see why there's no place like Watkins Regional Park. Learn more here.

4. Gateway Arts District

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A destination made for those with creative inclinations and a keen eye for the visual, the Gateway Arts District of Prince George's County is home to galleries, theaters, and boutique shops. There are also myriad opportunities for outdoor walking and notable dining. Get your culture fix here.

5. Six Flags America

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Buckle up: Six Flags America offers an array of thrill-packed events and attractions from the autumnal Hallowfest to the end-of-year Holiday in the Park experience. Whether you consider yourself an unquenchable daredevil or a carnival food connoisseur, there's something in store for everyone at Six Flags America. Strap in and discover more here.

6. MGM National Harbor

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For the fun-seekers in your road trip crew, MGM National Harbor is a must. Located on the Potomac waterfront, MGM is home to attractions like their expansive gaming floor, a 3,000-seat movie theater, restaurants helmed by acclaimed chefs, and more. Take part in all of the delicious action here.

7. Henson Creek Golf Course

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Hop in your closest cart and set your sights on Henson Creek Golf Course, a sprawling, renovated experience for everyone from the most experienced golfers to the greenest of putters. With a driving range, snack bar, Junior Golf Program, and nine holes, there's something for every kind of golfer to love at Henson Creek. Tee up here.

8. Tanger Outlets

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For extensive retail offerings in a walkable, outdoor setting, visiting the Tanger Outlets at the National Harbor is quite the coup. With more than 85 designer outlet stores, there's savings and style abound. Start your window shopping here.

9. Bladensburg Waterfront Park

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Situated on the Anacostia River, Bladensburg Waterfront Park is home to public fishing piers, a walkable riverside path, a multitude of boating options, and more. For those interested in ecological education, the park also provides free environmental studies programs. Read up on Bladensburg Waterfront Park here.

With outdoor excursions and vineyard encounters galore, Prince George's County is a road trip destination with something for everyone. So, what are you waiting for? Plan and book your experience today!