Located in Prince George’s County, Maryland, Lanham is home to a diverse population of friendly, community-oriented residents. That may be why people choose to move here. Or, it may be the dozens of recreational opportunities available. We're talking about shopping, dining, hiking and a lot more. Consider these opportunities when you’re sketching out your to-do list this weekend.

Lanham is home to two Hindu temples: the Murugan Temple of North America and the Sri Siva Vishnu Temple. Both are notable: the Murugan Temple is the first in the United States to be dedicated to the Hindu deity Murugan, and the Sri Siva Vishnu Temple is one of the largest in the country.

If you’re looking for a laidback outdoor escape in Lanham, pay a visit to Greenbelt Park. This wooded suburban park offers many walking and running trails, along with campgrounds, picnic areas, and a playground. Bladensburg Waterfront Park is another popular destination, offering boating and pontoon tours on the Anacostia River. There's also a paved waterside trail.

If you’re interested in learning more about the area’s ecology, check out the Patuxent South Tract National Wildlife Visitor Center. This center offers interactive exhibits and educational experiences amid forests, trails, and lakes. The Anacostia Tributary Trail System is another great way to learn about local flora and fauna, offering an extensive system of signed and interpreted trails throughout the upper portions of the Anacostia.

If you live in Lanham, you no doubt wonder how you can get out more and enjoy everything the town has to offer. With so much to explore, why would you want to spend a single weekend at home behind your lawn mower?

We know it can be tough when you work all week and your list of chores grows as fast as your lawn. Take some of the weight off your shoulders and outsource some of that work to the area’s premier lawn care service, LawnStarter.

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