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Southbound George Washington Memorial Parkway Lane Closures Begin Oct. 5
October 2, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
The National Park Service will temporarily close all southbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway in two sections between Tulane Drive and Alexandria Avenue from Monday, Oct. 5 through Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026.Closures will occur during non-rush hour times between 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., one segment at a time, and southbound traffic will detour onto Fort Hunt Road.
Read the official NPS sourceWhat Travelers Need to Know
Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.
Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.
Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.