Explore Parks

Plan my visit

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  Explore Parks

  Discover the DC metro area's diverse national parks! Use the map to find your way and get more information about each park area.

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  Maps

  Find parks and locate yourself on our interactive map!

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  Be Inspired

  Trip Ideas

  Are you in the mood to explore? Try these suggestions!

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  Get outside

  Camping

  Get outside, and stay there! Check out national park campgrounds near Washington, DC.

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  Download the NPS App

  Explore all the national parks in one convenient app.

Science, Research and Education

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  Teachers

  Find lesson plans and more for the parks.

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  Science and Research

  Stay on the cutting edge of scientific research in the parks.