The clearest concern at Greenbelt Park is the surrounding county's violent crime rate, which reached 446.8 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2023 — well above national averages. Situated within Prince George's County near urban corridors, the park draws a mix of visitors, and after-dark risks are real. Thunderstorm wind events (10 recorded) add a secondary layer of weather hazard worth watching.
Book a campsite in the inner loop rather than perimeter sites closer to park entrances and parking areas, which tend to attract more foot traffic at night. Keep valuables locked in your vehicle or stored out of sight, and use a quality hitch lock or tongue lock if you're in an RV. Check the National Weather Service forecast before pitching your tent — when thunderstorm wind advisories are active, secure rain flies with extra guylines and move vehicles away from tall trees.
Top recorded hazards in Prince George's County
County dataFrom NOAA Storm Events (2024). Counts of recorded incidents — not all occurred at this park.
- Thunderstorm Wind 10
- Flood 1
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About Greenbelt Park
Enjoy affordable camping, hiking, and peaceful forest surroundings just ten miles from Washington, DC!
Weather
The Washington, D.C. area has a four-season Mid-Atlantic climate. Summertime is warm and humid, while winter can be cold and snowy. Spring: During these months of transition, the weather can alternate from warm, humid air coming from the south to cold, dry air coming from the northwest. Be prepared for changing conditions. Summer: The warmest months are June, July, and August, with average highs in the 80s (~31 ?) combined with high humidity. Fall: Expect a drop in temperature and humidity in September