Where is Laurel, Maryland, USA?

Where is Laurel Located? - Laurel is a city located in the Prince George's County of Maryland, United States. Laurel lies between 31.6940509 Degrees North latitudes and 89.1306124 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Laurel Located?

Laurel is a city located in the Prince George's County of Maryland, United States. Laurel lies between 31.6940509 Degrees North latitudes and 89.1306124 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Laurel city is 30060 people and the city has a total area of 4.82 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Transportation and Connectivity in Laurel

• Interstate 95: Provides major north-south access between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.
• Baltimore–Washington Parkway: Provides a scenic regional route connecting Laurel with Washington and Baltimore.
• MARC Train: Provides commuter rail service along the Camden Line between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.
• Regional Location: Laurel is located between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore along the Patuxent River corridor. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

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Waterbodies in Laurel, Maryland

Patuxent River, Little Patuxent River, Bear Branch, Laurel Lake, Rocky Gorge Reservoir (nearby), Triadelphia Reservoir (nearby)

Stadiums in Laurel

Laurel High School Stadium, Laurel Racetrack Facilities, Laurel Park Sports Facilities, University of Maryland Stadium (nearby College Park), SECU Stadium (nearby)

Laurel, Maryland — Key Historical Facts

• Laurel was founded in the early nineteenth century as a mill town along the Patuxent River.
• The town developed around the Laurel Cotton Mill, which began operations in the early 1800s and became an important local industry.
• Laurel was incorporated in 1870 and became one of the earliest industrial communities between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.
• The arrival of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad helped expand Laurel's economy and connected the town with major regional markets.
• Laurel Park, a historic thoroughbred horse racing facility, opened in 1911 and became a major regional attraction.
• Today, Laurel is known for its historic downtown, commuter rail access, diverse neighborhoods, and strategic location in the Baltimore–Washington corridor. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

References

• City of Laurel
• Prince George's County Government
• U.S. Census Bureau
• University of Maryland, College Park
• National Park Service

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