Recreation & Libraries
- Walking, Hiking and Biking
- Senior Sports
- Check out all the ways you can Get Out & Stay Active in Montgomery County
- Senior Centers & Recreation Programs
- Library Services for Seniors – learn about downloading e-books and audio books to your own device; free classes, chess games, language groups, etc.
Walking, Hiking and Biking Opportunities
Learn more about Montgomery Parks located throughout the County:
- View this Video Introduction to Montgomery Parks
- Check out descriptions of individual Montgomery Parks and what you can find at each
You can also find walking trails you might like to visit:
- Learn about Montgomery Parks with trails you could explore
- Check out a County map that includes all the Park trail maps
Other types of trails and views can be found at National Parks located in Montgomery County:
- Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal National Historical Park, Great Falls Tavern Visitors Center, 11710 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac, MD 20854 (301) 767-3714
- Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812 (301) 320-1400
Adult Sports Opportunities
Not all programs listed here are age 50+; please choose what works for you.
- General Questions About Sports Leagues: 240-777-6870
- Maryland Senior Olympics: Visit the website for all the information you need. Many of the competitions are held in Montgomery County. Register online at www.mdseniorolympics.org or call 240-777-4925 for more information.
- Open Basketball, Pickleball, Volleyball, Badminton, Table Tennis or Ultimate Frisbee at County Recreation Centers.
- Open Gym Schedule, by Center and Sport (Call to confirm, as schedules can change)
- Rent gym time at local MCPS schools, and coordinate with people you know to split the cost. Learn more at Community Use of Public Facilities.
- Adult Basketball: Leagues of varying skill levels are offered for adults 18 and up. There are separate leagues for men, women and seniors.
- Adult Pickleball.
- Adult Softball: There are separate leagues of varying skill levels for men, women, seniors and co-ed, ages 18 and up.
- Adult Soccer: There are separate leagues of varying skill levels for men, women, seniors and co-ed, for ages 18 and up.
- Adult Ultimate Frisbee Teams.
- Adult Volleyball.
Senior Recreation Programs
Whether you’re interested in the arts, adult swim, basketball, cooking, dance, fitness (even water fitness), golf, guitar, pottery, strength training, tai chi, tap dancing, tennis, yoga, and more, you might well find something you'll like. Many activities are free or low cost. Find out what’s available and to register.
Some recreation activities are accessed with a yearly pass, which are available at reduced fees for residents age 55 and older. Review all your options to purchase an annual pass. You have several options, including the “Total Rec” membership that includes swimming, exercising, basketball games and more; the “Fit n’ Play” pass for exercise buffs; the “Gym Rat” pass for those interested mainly in pick-up games; the “All Pool” pass and the “Summer Swim” pass for swimmers; and the “Senior Sneakers” pass.
As you’ll see, one of the most economical fitness options is the Senior Sneakers pass, which costs $50/year for County residents who are age 55 or older. It’s good for access to any Community Center Exercise Room and Open Gym during center open hours. It’s the perfect pass for the boomer or senior who wants to work out and stay fit!