Safety

Emergency

Call US Park Police: (202) 610-7500

Police - Non-emergency

TIPLINE - Report a Crime! - 202-379-4877
US Park Police non-emergency phone: (202) 610-7505

Pet and Wildlife Safety

Pets must be leashed at all times in the park.
Keep wildlife wild! Do not feed or approach animals.

Personal Safety

Check the weather before you go.
Bring water! In the summer, you may need to drink about 1 liter of water every hour. Learn more about heat-related illness and how to protect yourself.

Last updated: July 31, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

National Capital Parks-East
1900 Anacostia Drive SE

Washington, DC 20020

Phone:

202-829-2163

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