Notice to the Public of a Temporary Closure of Anacostia Drive SE

Map of closed areas at Anacostia Park

NPS

October 24, 2026: Anacostia Drive SE, from east of Marion Barry Ave SE to past the Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion in Anacostia Park, will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6:00 am until 10:00 am on October 24, 2026.

Violation is prohibited. A map illustrating the closed park areas is attached.

These temporary closures and public use limits are necessary for the protection of pedestrians, including those who will participate in and observe permitted foot race events along Anacostia Drive SE in Anacostia Park. Persons with vehicles in these park areas should remove their vehicles from the closed park areas by 6:00 am on October 24, 2026.

The National Park Service appreciates the public’s cooperation in this matter.

Serena Bellew
Superintendent