Recreation & Libraries

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

• Montgomery County bike map

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: There are 22 sports competed. Most competitions are held in Montgomery County. Register online at www.mdseniorolympics.org or call 240-777-4925. Registration begins in April and continues through early Fall.
• Open Basketball, Pickleball, Volleyball, Badmitton, Table Tennis or Ultimate Frisbee at County Recreation Centers. (Adult Pickleball is an up-and-coming sport in Montgomery County, which is a combination of table tennis, badminton, and tennis; call 240-777-4925 for details.)
  • $30 annual "gym pass" allows you to attend any "Open Gym" time at County Recreation Centers as often as you like.
  • 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. 

Join or organize a team for league play:

• Adult Basketball Teams: (spring, summer, fall and winter) Leagues of varying skill levels are offered for adults 18 and above. There are separate leagues for men, women and seniors. Registration is by team only.
• Adult Softball Teams: (spring, summer and fall) There are separate leagues of varying skill levels for men, women, seniors and co-ed, aged 18 and above. Registration is by team only.
• Adult Soccer Teams: Men's, Women's, and Co-Rec (spring and fall) There are separate leagues of varying skill levels for men, women, seniors and co-ed, for aged 18 and above. Registration is by team only. 
• Adult Ultimate Frisbee Teams (winter only). For more information, please contact David Branick at 240-777-6873.

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! 

See map of locations for Recreation, Senior and Aquatic Centers .