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National Capital Parks-East

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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.

From the National Park Service.

Region
Mid-Atlantic
State
District of Columbia
Designation
National Park
Entrance fee
None listed
  • Trail data for this park is still being added.
  • Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to National Capital Parks-East.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

National Capital Parks — East Headquarters

Mon
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Tue
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Wed
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Thu
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Fri
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

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.

Weather and when to go

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 and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

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.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address
1900 Anacostia Drive SE, Washington, DC 20020
Official site
nps.gov/nace

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

Trip planner

A day-by-day plan for National Capital Parks-East

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Things to do in National Capital Parks-East

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