Is Jericho Park safe?
Glenn Dale, Maryland · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Jericho Park as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Jericho Park
“Go. Jericho Park is a tranquil, semi-rural suburban enclave in Prince George's County bordering Bowie State University and wooded parkland. Violent crime is rare, and the community benefits from high homeownership rates and strong median household incomes.”
About the area
Jericho Park offers a quiet residential setting defined by mature trees, sprawling lots, and proximity to regional trail systems and Bowie State University. It is an exclusively suburban, car-dependent area that draws visitors mainly for outdoor recreation and campus events.
- Quiet / Suburban
- Wooded / Nature
- University-Adjacent
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Jericho Park
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 42/100
While there are no municipal bike-share stations, the area offers excellent recreational biking via the paved Washington, Baltimore and Annapolis (WB&A) Trail running straight through the corridor.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Significantly lower violent crime rates compared to broader county averages
- High household median income exceeding $125,000 and low poverty rates under 5%
- Direct access to the scenic Washington, Baltimore & Annapolis (WB&A) multi-use trail
- Stable residential base with high homeownership and very low vacancy
Cons
- Almost completely car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure on secondary roads
- Occasional vehicle break-ins and property theft typical of park-adjacent suburban lots
- Limited street lighting along rural roads can make nighttime navigation challenging
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in Jericho Park due to its low-density suburban layout and lack of commercial corridors.
What Jericho Park is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and safe, with morning joggers, cyclists, and commuters heading toward MD-193 or the MARC station.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and quiet with steady residential traffic and trail activity; perfectly safe for recreational walks.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Subdued and dark along winding roads, though residential streets remain secure and low-risk.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very quiet with minimal activity; remaining alert for wildlife on unlit roads is the primary safety consideration.
Transit, parking and getting around
WMATA/TheBus serves the broader region, and the Bowie State MARC commuter rail station (Penn Line) is less than a mile away, providing direct train access to Washington D.C. and Baltimore.
Parking is exceptionally easy with free driveway parking, ample parking lots at local parks and trailheads, and unrestricted residential street parking where permitted.
Things to do in Jericho Park
- Bike or jog along the scenic wooded corridor of the WB&A Railroad Trail
- Attend cultural performances, lectures, and athletic events at adjacent Bowie State University
- Explore the quiet green spaces and recreational fields around Jericho Park and nearby Glenn Dale parks
Local favorites
- Old Bowie Town Grille · American Restaurant · 4.3★ (1150)A cozy, historic local tavern serving hearty American pub classics and comfort food nearby.
- Jerry's Seafood · Seafood Restaurant · 4.4★ (2300)Regional institution celebrated for its famous signature crab bombs and fresh seafood dishes.
- The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille · Sports Bar · 4.0★ (1420)Popular gathering spot for casual pub fare, craft beers, and game-day viewing.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.