The park is one of Montgomery County's largest and offers a wide range of things to do. The playground is a favorite for kids and includes a replica of an 1863 C.P. Huntington train that is available for a ten-minute, two-mile ride through the park. There is also a full-service ice-skating rink, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, athletic fields, picnic areas, trails and a nature center. Read more about Cabin John Regional Park for more information.
Something for Every Sports Lover
Recreational options include summer ball games on the various athletic fields, tennis on both indoor and lighted outdoor courts, Tai Chi, and even ice skating in the summer at the fully enclosed Cabin John Ice Rink.
Visitors can connect with nature through a variety of environmental nature programs, become entranced by a ride on the model train, or spend the afternoon relaxing with family and friends at various picnic and playground areas. One of the special attractions for children is the Adventure Playground. Don’t miss the totem pole.
If an afternoon isn’t enough, spend the night enjoying the natural beauty of the park at one of seven walk-in campgrounds. And with over five miles of hiking and biking trails, there is plenty of scenery to explore.
Available Amenities
- 2 open shelters
- 20 picnic tables at each shelter
- 2 large grills at each shelter
- 3 horseshoe pits
- 34 parking spaces
- Adventure Playground
- Ballfield with Backstop
- Camping
- Dog Park
- Ice Skating Rinks
- Miniature Train Rides
- Restrooms
- Tennis Courts
- Trails
- Volleyball Area
Picnic Shelters at Cabin John Regional Park
- 11 shelters
- 6 picnic tables at each shelter
- 1 large double grill at each shelter
- Picnic Shelter Map (pdf)
Get a permit to reserve your picnic shelter.
To obtain a permit, complete the Group Permit Request Form and email to ParkPermits@MontgomeryParks.org or book online or by phone: (301)495-2525
Rules
Please read the rules below before using our picnic area. Violations of these rules will result in the immediate revocation of Permit, the forfeiture of your entire security deposit, and an automatic minimum service charge of $50. Park Police will be monitoring the use of this park.
- No pets permitted.
- Group size cannot exceed 175 people.
- An electrical outlet is available for this picnic area.
- Amplified sound, loud or excessive noise, and live bands are not permitted.
- Parking must be in the designated area. We strongly advise you to carpool.
- No posting of signs in the surrounding neighborhoods or community