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David C. Driskell Community Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 424 Google reviews · Running trail in Hyattsville, Maryland · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from David C. Driskell Community Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

Natural surfaceScenicRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Sprawling neighborhood park featuring a playground and several sporting facilities.

What runners say about David C. Driskell Community Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (424 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“The park is spacious, well-maintained, and offers ample parking.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“It was a beautiful day and lots of people were enjoying the park… setting up for events in the pavilions, taking walks, children playing.”

👟 good for all levels 3 mentions

“This park is a fantastic spot for families, offering a wonderful playground with plenty of engaging options for kids of all ages, especially toddlers.”

The park is spacious, well-maintained, and offers ample parking. It's ideal for a variety of activities such as events, playing, walking, and biking. The park features fields, pavilions, picnic tables, a grill, and restrooms, as well as an outdoor splash park nearby.

★★★★★ — Pat , Sep 2024

This park has a lot of memories for me. I've been playing there since my earliest memories. Although the playground has changed, the spirit of community is still alive and well. I had the honor of attending the ribbon cutting for the renaming and it was just as warm and loving as it always had been.

★★★★★ — Nicholas , Oct 2022

Went today to use the tennis court. It was a beautiful day and lots of people were enjoying the park… setting up for events in the pavilions, taking walks, children playing. A lovely place to get some exercise, see nature, or even just sit and relax.

★★★★★ — Amanda , Sep 2021

Great park with multiple things to do. They have large fields that kids can play soccer, football, etc on. Trails, 2 half courts for bball, tennis court, swings and a nice park for kids. Also a baseball field and swimming pool. All of this is in ome place, close proximity, great set up.

★★★★★ — Troy , May 2022

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 424 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 6 mentions

“It was a beautiful day and lots of people were enjoying the park… setting up for events in the pavilions, taking walks, children playing.”

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🚻 Restrooms 6 mentions

“There’s also a convenient free restroom, a spacious picnic area with numerous tables, and benches thoughtfully placed throughout for relaxation.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“Its very busy park with ample parking, swimming pool, playground, soccer and football fields, baseball backstops, and basketball court.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack

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🚰 Water fountains

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Plan your run at David C. Driskell Community Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websitehyattsville.org
  • Phone+1 301-985-5000
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 8:30 am–5 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am–5 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am–5 pm
Thursday 8:30 am–5 pm
Friday 8:30 am–5 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–5 pm
Sunday 8:30 am–5 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find David C. Driskell Community Park

3911 Hamilton St, Hyattsville, MD 20781

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.