Event

Paddle Through the Past: Georgetown by Kayak

Rock Creek Park

Fee:

$36

Location: LAT/LONG: 38.903963, -77.069725


Key Bridge Boathouse is located at 3500 Water Street NW in the Georgetown Neighborhood of Washington, DC. Please note that there is no onsite parking.

Dates & Times

Date:

Sunday, July 27, 2025

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Guided Tour
Other

This program lasts 1.5 hours. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to be outfitted with gear and receive safety information.


Description

Ready to make waves in history?  Join a Park Ranger for a 1.5-hour relaxed kayak tour through the stories of the Georgetown Waterfront — where centuries of change flow beneath your paddle. 

  • Explore the land’s roots as a First Peoples village   
  • Drift by a bustling colonial port and Civil War hub 
  • Learn about the experiences of free and enslaved people 
  • Glide past echoes of industrial might 
  • Witness its transformation into the vibrant park we enjoy today 

Bring your curiosity, your sense of adventure, and your paddle power! 

 

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Registration is required. The registration link will automatically close 24 hours before the program. If the program is sold out, there is no option for a waitlist.
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