Alerts & Conditions

Alerts

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens is open year-round. Check current park hours.

When visiting Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, please keep in mind:

There are no vending services available.

Those who come to visit can take steps to recreate responsibly by:

  • Protecting vegetation and avoiding ticks by staying on established paths.
  • Staying hydrated by bringing your own water and hand sanitizer.
  • Checking the weather conditions and being prepared.

We are excited to welcome you to the gardens!

 
lotuses in bloom
Lotus in bloom in the park

Tim Ervin

Water Lilies and Lotus are Springing to Action!

Spring is here and it is lively here at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens! Water lilies are filling the ponds with the lotuses close behind. The open skies are filled with clouds of swallows, chimney swifts, and cedar waxwing. The marsh is brimming with activity with aquatic plants and animals. The park is once again colorful with all types of blooms in the ponds and marsh. Here are a few things you can find at the park at this moment are water lilies, spadderdock, turtles, tree frogs, butterflies, dragonflies, Redwing Black Birds, Great Blue Heron, Yellow-Crowned Night Heron, and much more.

Last updated: June 5, 2025

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1550 Anacostia Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20019

Phone:

771-208-1571

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