
National Capital Parks-East
1900 Anacostia Drive SE
Washington, DC
Type
Park
Lens
Landmarks
About this place
National Capital Parks — East invites you to explore more than 8,000 acres of scenic parkland, historic landmarks, and vibrant community spaces across Washington, D.C. and Maryland. From the riverside trails of Anacostia Park to the homes of American leaders like Frederick Douglass and Carter G. Woodson, each of our 17 nationally significant parks offers a distinct experience.
Website
National Park Service information
Hours
National Capital Parks — East Headquarters
- Monday
- 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thursday
- 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Friday
- 8:00AM - 4:00PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
National Capital Parks — East is an administrative unit that manages multiple park sites throughout the District of Columbia and Maryland. The headquarters building is located in Anacostia Park. Please note that headquarters hours differ from Anacostia Park’s operating hours.
Directions
DC295 South to the Exit for I-694/I-395/Capitol Hill then a left Exit 4B to 11th St SE/MLK Jr Ave. Turn Left at light onto 11st/MLK JR. ** I-295 North to Exit 4B to 11th St SE/MLK Jr Ave. Turn Right at the light. ** From downtown DC: I-395 to I-695/SW Freeway, take Exit 1C 11th St SE. Turn Right onto 11th St ** ** At the light turn Right onto Good Hope Road. At the Stop Sign turn Left. Turn Left at the next road way.
Official directionsWeather & Seasonal Notes
Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, high humidity, and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.
Activities
Courtesy of the National Park Service





