Rock Creek Park
DC
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About Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. This 1,754 acre city park was officially authorized in 1890, making it the third national park to be designated by the federal government. It offers visitors the opportunity to escape the bustle of the city and find a peaceful refuge, recreation, fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals, and thousands of years of human history.
Things To Do
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Tennis in Rock Creek Park
Open play courts are available at Montrose Park, Francis Field off of 23rd St NW, as well as being the home to the Rock Creek Park Tennis Center.
Horseback Riding in Rock Creek Park
For the horseback rider, 13 miles of dirt and gravel bridle paths crisscross the park.
Multi-Park Loop
Park your car and stretch your legs! Visit four different National Parks in Washington, DC and begin logging miles on seven different National Historic or National Scenic trails!
Boating in Rock Creek Park
Rent kayaks, canoes and stand up paddle boards from one of two boat houses along the Potomac River.
Explore the Georgetown Waterfront
Explore the Georgetown Waterfront and imagine the changes the space has gone through.
Biking in Rock Creek Park
Bicycling is permitted on paved surfaces in Rock Creek Park.
Available Activities
Weather
Weather in D.C. is often erratic.
Spring: Pleasant, Avg. High: 67° Avg. Low: 44.
3°, Avg. Precipitation: 12.1” Summer: Hot & Humid, Avg.
High: 87°, Avg. Low: 66°, Avg. Precipitation: 12.
7”, July is the hottest month Fall: Pleasant, Avg. High: 69°, Avg. Low: 48.
3°, Avg. Precipitation: 11.6” Winter: Mild, Avg.
High: 45°, Avg. Low: 27.3°, Avg.
Precipitation: 9.3”, Avg. Snowfall: 15.
4” January is coolest month. Hurricanes may impact D.C.
in late summer and fall. Light droughts are not uncommon in summer.
Getting There
Ample parking for hiking, biking and visiting the Nature Center is located at 5200 Glover Road NW. Rock Creek Park is a large urban park stretching from the Maryland - DC border to the Potomac River. Rock Creek Park also administers 99 separate neighborhood small sites.
A large network of public roads provide access to all points administered by Rock Creek Park.
Plan Your Visit
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Hours
Rock Creek Park lands
Unless otherwise designated, all park land is open sunrise to sunset. Roads are open 24 hours unless posted otherwise.
