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.

2025 Anacostia River Festival

Join us for the 11th Annual Anacostia River Festival on Saturday, May 17, at Anacostia Park! (Photo: 11th St Bridge Park)

What to do in Anacostia Park

Learn what to do in Anacostia Park

Reimagine Anacostia Park

Reimagine Anacostia Park and explore the Development Concept Plan

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

Permits

How to reserve facilities for group activities, do commercial filming, and host special events.

Volunteer Today

Give back to your National Park

Last updated: May 7, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

1900 Anacostia Drive, S.E.
Washington, DC 20020

Phone:

771-208-1571
This is the official contact number for the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Visitor Center. Additionally, this number is used as the main contact for Anacostia Park, as there is no designated visitor center available in the park.