3 small, oblong, green fruits hang from a tree with large fan-like leaves

Paw Paw Harvest Hike

Fort Washington Park

Special Event
  • Sep 20, 2025 at 9:30 AM
  • Free

Have you ever eaten a Paw Paw? Now is your chance! For a limited time only, our Paw Paws are ripe and ready for eating. 

Join us on a Ranger-guided hike to learn about America's largest native fruit. During the hike, you will get the chance to eat this unique fruit and collect some to take home. 

The hike will last between 45 minutes and an hour. It is a 3/4 mile hike with slight elevation change. Please wear pants and close-toed shoes to protect yourself from ticks, poison ivy, and other potential hazards on the trail. 

Collection of Paw Paws is limited to 1 quart per person. If you want to take some home, please bring your own container. 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meet in the second parking lot on the main loop. When you enter the park, stay straight until you get to the main loop. Park in the second small lot on the right.

Latitude and Longitude 38.715615, -77.027040

Schedule

Date:

Sep 20, 2025

Time:

9:30 AM

Duration:

1 hour

Event Type

  • Hike
Tags: pawpaw, dc, forests, iconic trees, trails, hiking