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Cabin John Regional Park

7400 Tuckerman Lane, Bethesda, MD 20817
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Published schedule Outdoor park areas are open daily from sunrise to sunset, while lighted courts close at 11 p.m. The miniature train, ice rink, nature center, tennis center, campground, shelters, and scheduled programs keep separate hours.
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A large family and recreation park with a miniature train, Adventure Playground, indoor ice rink, dog park, picnic shelters, athletic fields, tennis, camping, nature programs, and more than six miles of hard- and natural-surface trails.

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When is Cabin John Regional Park open?

Outdoor park areas are open daily from sunrise to sunset, while lighted courts close at 11 p.m. The miniature train, ice rink, nature center, tennis center, campground, shelters, and scheduled programs keep separate hours.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Where should I park for Cabin John Regional Park?

Free parking is distributed among separate facility lots. The Westlake Drive lot near the dog park and Power Line Trail North trailhead is under phased renovation through summer 2026, with part of the lot remaining open and traffic patterns subject to change.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
What is the best entrance for Cabin John Regional Park?

Use the destination-specific address rather than the general park pin. The train is at 7410 Tuckerman Lane, while the ice rink and several athletic facilities are reached from Westlake Drive.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Are there restrooms at Cabin John Regional Park?

Restrooms are available at developed park facilities, but access follows each building or seasonal area's schedule. Identify the closest open facility to the train, rink, playground, shelter, or trailhead before starting a longer visit.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Is Cabin John Regional Park free?

General park, playground, trail, dog-park, and unreserved picnic access are free. The miniature train is $4 per rider in the 2026 regular season, with children under two free with a paying adult; skating, rentals, camping, permits, and reservations charge separately.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
How accessible is Cabin John Regional Park?

Developed facilities include accessible parking and routes, and Montgomery Parks accepts accommodation requests through its Program Access office. Trail surfaces, grades, older picnic areas, and the active Westlake lot project require destination-specific planning.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Are dogs allowed at Cabin John Regional Park?

Dogs must remain leashed outside the fenced dog park. The dog park is free from sunrise to sunset, separates dogs at 20 pounds or less from larger dogs, and requires current legally required vaccinations.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Is Cabin John Regional Park good for children?

The train, Adventure Playground, picnic shelters, paved paths, and ice rink make this a strong all-day family park, but the ticketed attractions are not continuously open. Check the exact facility before promising a ride or skate.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
How do I reach Cabin John Regional Park without a car?

Ride On routes 42 and 47 stop on Democracy Boulevard near the tennis center and Locust Grove Nature Center. Other destinations may require a substantial internal walk, so map the final facility rather than relying on the park address alone.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
What should I know before visiting Cabin John Regional Park?

The park works as several activity zones, not one compact stop. Check the train's weather status, rink session calendar, current construction and event notices, and the correct parking entrance before leaving.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026
Should I bring food and water to Cabin John Regional Park?

Bring water and a backup snack unless a currently open concession is confirmed near the exact destination. Food availability, vending, and event vendors are not consistent across this large public place.

Sourced answer Researched Aug 10, 2026

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