Recreation
Staying engaged and active is key to living well. Montgomery County boasts a wide range of recreational activities, parks, cultural events, and opportunities for creativity.
On this page
Walking, Hiking and Biking Opportunities
Montgomery Parks
Check out descriptions of individual Montgomery Parks and what you can find at each one.
Find Parks with TrailsNational Parks
National Parks located in Montgomery County also has hiking trails. Find more about other types of trails below:
Bike Map
The Bike Map link is an interactive map that provides trail details. Once the link is clicked, please give the site a chance to load and the paths will be displayed.
Join trail planners from Montgomery County, Md., Dept. of Parks to learn about the trail system, volunteering, safety and upcoming trails.
Adult Sports Opportunities
Not all programs listed here are age 50+; please choose what works for you. For general Questions About Sports Leagues: Call 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.
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!