![]() NPS | Katy Cain Picnic Grove ReservationsThe following picnic groves require reservations for events between May 1 and November 30-- Special Park Use PermitsFor information on policies for public gathering permits such as Special Events and First Amendment Demonstrations in Rock Creek Park, contact the park Permits Specialist at 202-895-6013 or e-mail. NPS/K. Cain WeddingsSpecial use permits are issued for small wedding ceremonies only in four locations in the park:
Ceremonies must meet the following criteria:
To hold a wedding in Rock Creek Park, you must first send a letter to the park superintendent requesting permission to do so. Your letter should include the following information: location, number of participants, time, acknowledgement of the required $200 fee, and a note stating that you will leave the park site in good condition. Also, please include your phone number, a mailing address, an email address, and a check in the amount of $200.00 made out to the National Park Service. Cash and credit cards are not accepted.
The fee for a wedding permit is $200.00. The fee is non-refundable.The letter and check should be sent to: Rock Creek Park Attn. Special Use Permits 3545 Williamsburg Lane NW Washington DC 20008 Applications and payment must be received at least one month in advance of desired ceremony date. Sports Field PermitsReservation are required at sports fields at Rock Creek Tennis Center at 16th Street NW & Kennedy Street NW (four sports fields) and Fort Reno (two sports fields). Research PermitsVisit https://www.nps.gov/rocr/parkmgmt/researchpermits.htm or call 202-895-6000 for further information. Looking for something else?
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Last updated: June 23, 2022