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L F Cosca Regional Park (Prince George's County Park)
Overview
L F Cosca Regional Park offers a peaceful retreat across its 690-acre expanse in Prince George's County. This sprawling park provides a balanced mix of developed recreational facilities and preserved natural beauty. For RVers, the wooded campground serves as a quiet home base, offering a reprieve from the urban bustle while remaining close to the region's top metropolitan attractions. It is a well-maintained public space that prioritizes community recreation and environmental education.
Location & Surroundings
Situated in Clinton, MD, the park occupies a convenient location just south of the capital. The surrounding area is a blend of quiet suburban neighborhoods and dense greenery. While the park is located near the Beltway and Joint Base Andrews, the interior of the park feels remarkably secluded. The towering hardwood trees provide significant shade and privacy, creating a sense of being deep in the Maryland woods despite the proximity to major transit routes.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is rich with family-oriented features, most notably the Clearwater Nature Center, which hosts seasonal programs and live animal exhibits. Visitors enjoy the following features:
- Access to Cosca Lake for seasonal boat rentals and fishing.
- A central dump station and potable water for RV travelers.
- Extensive lighted tennis courts and multi-use trails.
This variety makes it easy for guests to stay active throughout their visit while enjoying the natural landscape and well-maintained picnic areas.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Staying at this park places you within a short drive of Washington, D.C., where you can explore the National Mall and Smithsonian museums. Closer to camp, the National Harbor offers upscale dining, shopping, and the Capital Wheel with views of the Potomac River. History enthusiasts often visit the nearby Surratt House Museum, while outdoor lovers can head to the scenic trails of Rosaryville State Park for additional hiking and equestrian paths.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for families and travelers seeking a budget-friendly alternative to expensive urban hotels while visiting the D.C. metro area. It appeals most to those who prefer a natural, state-park vibe over commercial RV resorts. If you value a quiet night under the trees and easy access to hiking and fishing after a long day of sightseeing, this location offers the perfect middle ground between adventure and relaxation.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Arnell Simmons
Cosca is a nice park for everyone. I like the fact that it’s not all developed. Walking through the undeveloped area is great exercise and fun. I love Cosca Park and in my opinion it’s one of the best well kept parks in Maryland.
D Alex2
Beautiful park! Nice walking trails…very peaceful. Ducks and fowl on the lake, lots of turtles, great for bird watching, too. Nice place to relax, walk your furbaby, and get your steps in.
Austin Graff
What a great park so close to Washington, D.C.! With clear signage and large parking lots, the park has a little lake, trails, a large playground, a nature center, and one of the few skating parks in the area. It's open from dawn to dusk every day.
Alyson Sylva
What a beautiful Park! We took our dog down by the lake to throw the ball for her - no worries she's small and when she sees a tennis ball that's all she sees! People were kind and polite although there was a lot of trash on the ground even though there are trash and recycle bins all over. I'll be bringing an extra bag to pick some up on my next visit. There were many picnic tables although where we were I didn't see any barbecue pits. All in all, a laughter filled delightful trip to a park will be going to a lot more often.
James Armel Realtor
This is a very large park with lots to do. I only go to walk around the lake which is a nice quiet scenic walk. There are always people fishing so there must be something good in the lake to catch. There are a couple different parking lots. One parking lot takes you to the ball fields, another takes you to the skate park and playgrounds and the last one takes you to the nature center. When you park where the playgrounds are the lake is behind the large playground. It’s hard to see at first but if you walk past the playgrounds you will find the lake. The walk from the parking lot has a lot of stairs and/or hills to go down to the lake. Half of the trail around the lake is paved and the other side is not.