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Rock Creek Park
Nature & Science
 

Rock Creek Park provides an oasis within the District of Columbia for a variety of animal and plants, including coyotes, raccoons, owls, deer and many species of trees. In addition it is an important stop of and resting spot for neo-tropical migrant birds on their way south to their wintering grounds or on their way north to their breeding grounds.

 

Rock Creek Park Geology:

Rock Creek Park preserves a Piedmont stream valley in a heavily urbanized area and provides a sanctuary for many rare and unique species. The park is approximately 15 km (9.3 miles) long and up to 1.6 km (1 mile) wide. It extends southward from the Maryland – Washington, D.C., border to the Potomac River along Rock Creek valley.

White-tailed Deer
White-tailed Deer
White-tailed Deer Management Plan
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Coyote
Coyote
Coyote FAQs
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Arbor Day: April 2007-2008
Arbor Day: April 2007-2008
Rock Creek Park invites you to partake in the quest of celebrating the beauty of the park.
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Parkway Motor Company  

Did You Know?
When the National Park Service bought the Old Stone House in the 1950's it was occupied by the Parkway Motors used car lot.

Last Updated: March 24, 2007 at 09:41 EST