Anacostia Drive and the Anacostia river Trail run along side the Anacostia river. Views of the Navy Yard and Nats. Stadium can be seen as across the river.
Anacostia Park
Park · DC
Welcome to Anacostia Park, your neighborhood national park in the heart of Washington, DC! Enjoy exercise along the river trail or relax by the water, Anacostia Park is a breath of fresh air and a space to unwind amid a bustling city.
Park report
Current Alerts
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available15 activities
Park Name
InfoAnacostia Park
Designation
InfoPark
State(s)
InfoDC
Phone
Info771-208-1571
anac_visitorservices@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoOpen: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Activity: Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Road Biking
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Activity: Boating
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Activity: Fishing
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Activity: Freshwater Fishing
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Activity: Food
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Activity: Picnicking
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Activity: Guided Tours
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Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
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Activity: Paddling
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Activity: Canoeing
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Activity: Kayaking
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Activity: Playground
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Activity: Team Sports
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Activity: Wildlife Watching
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Theme: Military
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Theme: US Army
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Theme: Native American Heritage
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Theme: Urban America
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Theme: Wars and Conflicts
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Theme: War of 1812
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Theme: Animals
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Theme: River and Riparian
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Weather Info
InfoSpring brings mild temperatures and a light breeze along with springtime flower blooms. Summer can be hot and humid. Fall cools down and changing of the seasons brings changing of the colors in leaves
Getting There
InfoAnacostia Park is located in South East Washington DC running parallel to the Anacostia river. The park can be accessed from the South Capitol bridge over the Anacostia river across from the Nationals
GPS Coordinates
Info38.8782° N, -76.9703° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website