Rock Creek Park
District of Columbia
🟢 🔴 hikes
Free entry
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.
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No entrance fee.
Hours
Unless otherwise designated, all park land is open sunrise to sunset. Roads are open 24 hours unless posted otherwise.
Conditions
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Things to do
Horseback Riding in Rock Creek Park
Multi-Park Loop
Explore the Georgetown Waterfront
🟢 Biking in Rock Creek Park
Red Line - DC Metro
Boating in Rock Creek Park
Visit the Planetarium
Milkhouse Ford Hike
Visitor centers
Nature Center
Old Stone House
Peirce Mill
Not an official safety source — always defer to NPS.gov and rangers for life-safety decisions.
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