The clearest risk at Piscataway Park is the surrounding county's violent crime rate, recorded at 446.8 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2023 — well above national averages. While the park itself sits along a quieter stretch of the Potomac, its location within Prince George's County means visitors should treat security as a genuine planning consideration, not an afterthought. Thunderstorm wind events (10 recorded) add a secondary weather concern worth factoring into your trip timing.
Choose campsites or parking areas that are well-lit and within sight of other groups, and avoid leaving valuables visible in your vehicle — a cable lock box secured in your trunk is a practical upgrade. For the thunderstorm wind risk, keep a weather radio or a reliable alert app running and stake down canopies and awnings before any afternoon storm window, which in Maryland typically runs from late spring through early fall.
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 Piscataway Park
Piscataway Park is home to bald eagles, beavers, deer, foxes, ospreys, and many other species. To complement the surroundings, the park has, in addition to a public fishing pier and two boardwalks over fresh water tidal wetlands, a variety of nature trails, meadows, and woodland areas. The Park is also home to National Colonial Farm.
Weather
Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Please carry water while participating in physical activity and be prepared to take shelter from lightning. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.