National Capital Parks-East

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The red barns and outbuildings at Oxon Hill Farm
The Barnyard at Oxon Hill Farm
Photo of the outside of the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House in Washington D.C.
Cars driving on the Baltimore0Washington Parkway
Baltimore-Washington Parkway is managed by National Capital Park-East
Image of a three red and white water lilies.
Water lilies that can be found at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
Photo of Cedar Hill, home of Frederick Douglass
Cedar Hill, Frederick Douglass' Washington D.C. home.
Image of Still Creek running through the trees at Greenbelt Park.
Still Creek at Greenbelt Park
Hundreds of audience member watching the Summer Theater program at Fort Dupont.
Summer Theater is an annual event at Fort Dupont Park.
A photo of the Urban Tree House. The tree house is a wooden outline of the United States.
The tree house is a wooden outline of the United States. Used as an outdoor classroom.
Photo of the parade ground inside the historic fort.
Fort Washington's parade ground facing the main entrance.
Photos: National Park Service

About National Capital Parks-East

National Capital Parks — East invites you to explore more than 8,000 acres of scenic parkland, historic landmarks, and vibrant community spaces across Washington, D.C. and Maryland. From the riverside trails of Anacostia Park to the homes of American leaders like Frederick Douglass and Carter G. Woodson, each of our 17 nationally significant parks offers a distinct experience.

Quick Facts

State District of Columbia
State Code DC
Weather Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, high humidity, and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing…

Location & Map

National Capital Parks-East is located in District of Columbia.

Operating Hours

National Capital Parks — East is an administrative unit that manages multiple park sites throughout the District of Columbia and Maryland. The headquarters building is located in Anacostia Park. Please note that headquarters hours differ from Anacostia Park’s operating hours.

Wednesday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Monday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Thursday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday Closed
Tuesday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Saturday Closed

Activities

Biking

Getting There

DC295 South to the Exit for I-694/I-395/Capitol Hill then a left Exit 4B to 11th St SE/MLK Jr Ave. Turn Left at light onto 11st/MLK JR. ** I-295 North to Exit 4B to 11th St SE/MLK Jr Ave. Turn Right at the light. ** From downtown DC: I-395 to I-695/SW Freeway, take Exit 1C 11th St SE. Turn Right onto 11th St ** ** At the light turn Right onto Good Hope Road. At the Stop Sign turn Left. Turn Left at the next road way.

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Contact & Address

Address 1900 Anacostia Drive SE, Washington, DC, 20020
Phone 771-208-1453
Email nace_superintendent@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

African American Heritage Archeology Schools and Education Urban America Animals Forests and Woodlands Grasslands Meadows River and Riparian Trails Water Trails Watersheds

Things To Do

Explore the Civil War Defenses of Washington Hiker-Biker Trail

Explore the Civil War Defenses of Washington Hiker-Biker Trail

Hike or bike the 7-mile trail from Fort Stanton to Fort Mahan and take in scenery that ranges from urban…

This trail can be hiked. Although biking is allowed the terrain is unpaved, uneven, and may have sharp turns and…

Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East

Junior Ranger Programs at National Capital Parks - East

Become a Junior Ranger at parks across National Capital Parks – East! Explore, complete a booklet, and earn badges and…

Participants complete a series of activities during a park visit, share their answers with a park ranger, and receive an…

Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps

Collect all the National Capital Parks - East Passport Stamps

Start your stamp collection and celebrate every park you visit! Explore historic sites and scenic parks managed by National Capital…

Become an Oxon Hill Farm Junior Ranger

Become an Oxon Hill Farm Junior Ranger

Oxon Hill Farm Junior Ranger Program

Birding at Fort Washington Park

Birding at Fort Washington Park

Come for the history, stay for the birds. Fort Washington Park has a diverse array of bird species spread among…

Hiking at Oxon Cove Park

Hiking at Oxon Cove Park

Hiking at Oxon Cove Park

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