Bicycle & Tricycle Rentals

A notice to our patrons Bicycle and tricycle rentals currently unavailable. Please call Bladensburg Waterfront Park at 301-779-0371 for the most up to date information.

Fishing Information & Rod Rentals

A notice to our patrons Fishing rod rentals currently unavailable. Please call Bladensburg Waterfront Park at 301-779-0371 for the most up to date information.

Enjoy a day of fishing in the park! It's your choice: fish from the pier or from the water's edge.

Things to Remember

• Bring your own fishing rod.
• Check the tide schedule and weather report.
• Bring your own bait.
• Maryland Tidal Water Fishing License is required for ages 16 and older (licenses are not sold in the park).
• Please call ahead for groups or other special requests.
• Check our programs page to find out when our next River Boat.

​Ropewalk Pavilion

The Ropewalk Pavilion is available for daily rentals and has approximately 24 picnic tables with a maximum seated capacity of 150 people.

Things to Remember

• All renters must have a Parks Direct to complete a rental contract
• Large groups or specialized functions (festivals and community events) must have permission, contract, or a reservation to use the pavilion or park
• Alcoholic beverages and smoking are not permitted in the park
• Grilling may be permitted with a contract and manager approval only
• Amplified music is not permitted, without prior manager approval
• Parking next to the pavilion or on the paved promenade area is not permitted
• All M-NCPPC park rules apply. Please call for more information.

Fees For Under 150 People
Daily rate:

• Resident: $300
• Non-Resident: $400
• Security deposit $100 Additional fees may apply. Security deposit is due at time of reservation. Remaining balance due 60 days prior to rental. If rented under 60 days before your event, the full balance will be due at time of reservation.

Fees For Over 150 persons
All festivals and community events are included in the daily rate.

• Resident: $800
• Non-Resident: $1040
• Security deposit: $200 (additional fees may apply.) Full balance (security deposit and rental balance) is due at time of reservation.

​Classroom 

The classroom is available to rent by the hour for meetings, birthday parties, and other small functions, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maximum capacity is 40 people with tables and chairs or 50 people with auditorium-style seating.

Things to Remember

• Tables and chairs are provided for classroom rental
• The renter is responsible for set up and clean up of their event
• Your paid rental times must include setup and breakdown/clean up
• Kitchen facilities are not available
• Maintenance supplies are provided
• Decorations are permitted; adhesives must not damage the surfaces of walls
• Renters are permitted to use chafing dishes with canned gel fuel (sterno) to keep food warm

Hourly Fee Rates

• Resident: $60 per hour
• Non-Resident: $80 per hour
• Security Deposit: $100 (additional fees may apply.) Security deposit is due at time of reservation. Remaining balance due 60 days prior to rental. If rented under 60 days before your event, the full balance will be due at time of reservation.