Anacostia Park – Washington, DC

Anacostia Park is one of Washington, DC's largest recreation areas with more than 1200 acres stretching along the Anacostia River from the Frederick Douglas Memorial Bridge to the DC/Maryland border. The park has shoreline access, a swimming pool, ball fields, trails, picnic facilities and the Anacostia Park Pavilion with public space for roller skating and special events.

Address
1900 Anacostia Drive, SE
Washington, DC
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Park entrances are near the Anacostia and the Potomac Avenue Metro stations.

Park Hours
Open 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

Major Sites and Recreation Facilities

• Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens - The park is dedicated to water plants such as water lilies, water hyacinth, lotus and bamboo. It is a great place for bird watching.
  
  
• Langston Golf Course –Facilities include an 18-hole golf course, a driving range, three concession-operated marinas, four boat clubs, and a public boat ramp provide for access to the Anacostia River for recreational boating.
  
  
• RFK Stadium – The 56,000-seat stadium serves as the home of the DC United as well as an arena for college and high school athletics, musical concerts and other major events.

Official Website: www.nps.gov/anac