Anacostia Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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.

2026 Anacostia River Festival

Join us for the 12th Annual Anacostia River Festival on Saturday, May 16, at Anacostia Park! (Photo: 11th St Bridge Park)

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!

Two National Park Service interns show their passport stamp collection at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Passport Stamps

Explore historic sites and scenic parks managed by National Capital Parks - East and collect a unique stamp at each one.

Permits and Reservations

Find out how to reserve athletic fields, host special events, and obtain permits for a variety of activities.

Volunteer Today

Give back to your National Park

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.