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Anacostia Parka view from the banks of the Anacostia River
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Anacostia Park
Bicycling Information
 

Pedestrians and cyclists may enter the park via Good Hope Road, Nicholson Street, or through the rear fence near the Anacostia Metro Station Parking Lot. 

A foot bridge to Anacostia Park is located at 1601 16th Street  near the District of Columbia Sports and Fitness Complex and Anacostia Senior High School.

There is also a staircase and a paved walkway leading directly from the Sousa Bridge into Anacostia Park near the intersection of Nicholson Street and Anacostia Drive.

Women viewing the Falls in the 1920s  

Did You Know?
People used to ride a trolley to visit Great Falls National Park. Dancing, a dinner at the inn, a walk down lover's lane, and viewing the falls at night were all favorite activities.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:29 EST