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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.
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Ample parking for hiking, biking and visiting the Nature Center is located at 5200 Glover Rd, 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.
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Rock Creek Park Group Picnic Areas (DC) Campground
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Eight group picnic areas in Rock Creek Park are available for advance reservation from May through November. These picnic areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis from December through April.
Recreation
Recreational activities in Rock Creek Park include: soccer, picnics, hiking, biking, roller blading, tennis, fishing, horseback riding and attending a concert or park ranger program.Facilities
All picnic groves are equipped with multiple picnic tables, some also have fireplaces that can be used for cooking. User must provide a cooking grate or other cooking equipment. Picnic groves 1, 6, 13 and 24 have pavilions. Some sites offer access to toilet facilities, though not all. Please refer to specific grove descriptions for details.Natural Features
Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. Fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals and the ebb and flow of Rock Creek emanate the delicate aura of the forest.Nearby Attractions
Rock Creek Park is located near many national monuments and museums in the nation's capital.Nature Center Facility
The Nature Center is home to our Planetarium and nature exhibit area which features displays of plants and animals that can be found in the park. Most of Rock Creek park's public and educational programs begin at the Nature Center.
Old Stone House Facility
Built circa 1766, Old Stone House is the oldest structure on its original foundation in Washington, DC. Old Stone House is open for visitors at the hours listed below. The grounds are open according to general park hours (sunrise to sunset).
Peirce Mill Facility
Peirce Mill, built in the 1820s, is the last operational grist mill on Rock Creek Park. The grounds are open according to general park hours. The mill is open for visitors at the hours listed below.
