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Ramble with a Ranger

Rock Creek Park

  • Every 2 weeks at 10:00 AM from September 02, 2023 to October 22, 2023
  • Free

Take a hike in Rock Creek Park!

Join a park ranger for a pleasant and informative stroll through the park. These guided hikes will take visitors from the Rock Creek Park Nature Center down into the Rock Creek valley, along the creek and back to the Nature Center. Rangers will discuss topics ranging from the history of the park, natural features and phenomenon to wildlife.

All "Ramble with a Ranger" hikes will depart from the Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium at 10:00 AM. Hikes will last no more than two hours but could cover a distance up to three miles. Terrain could be uneven or slippery depending on the weather in the days leading up to the hike. Subject matter will be up to the ranger leading the walk.

Walk will be cancelled in the event of lightning at the discretion of park staff.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Hike will meet in front of the Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium located at 5200 Glover Rd. NW

Latitude and Longitude 39.000000, -77.000000

Schedule

Days:

Every 2 weeks

Dates:

September 02, 2023 to October 22, 2023

Time:

10:00 AM

Duration:

2 hours

Hike will depart from the Nature Center promptly at 10:00 AM

Event Type

  • Hike
  • Walk
Tags: hike, guided hike, history, nature, birds, trees, wildlife