Anacostia Park

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.

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Duration:
1 minute, 30 seconds

Enjoy an urban oasis.

A wooden picnic table stands on a grassy patch behind a dirt trail lined with trees
Plan a Picnic

Reserve a scenic picnic spot at Anacostia Park!

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Reimagine Anacostia Park

Reimagine Anacostia Park and explore the Development Concept Plan

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The Anacostia Skating Pavilion

Come enjoy the only roller skating rink in the National Park Service

A member of the Friends of Anacostia Park teach children how to fish
Fishing at Anacostia Park

Fishing has a long history at Anacostia Park

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Permits and Reservations

Learn how to reserve picnics, athletic fields, special events and more!

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Last updated: May 23, 2025

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1900 Anacostia Drive SE
Washington, DC 20020

Phone:

771-208-1571
This is the official contact number for the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Visitor Center. It also serves as the main contact for Anacostia Park, including the Skating Pavilion and general visitor information. For questions about permits and reservations, please contact National Capital Parks–East at 771-208-1453.

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