Anacostia Park
Park · District of Columbia
NPS Photo/Miguel Marquez
Park in Washington, D.C., U.S.
Anacostia Park is operated by the United States National Park Service. It is one of Washington, D.C.'s largest and most important recreation areas, with over 1200 acres (4.9 km2) at multiple sites. Included in Anacostia Park are Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens and Kenilworth Marsh. Hundreds of acres are available for ballfields, picnicking, basketball, tennis, and the Anacostia Park Pavilion has some 3,300 square feet of space for roller skating and special events, the only roller skating rink in a U.S. national park. The Langston Golf Course offers an 18-hole course as well as a driving range, and three concession-operated marinas, four boat clubs, and a public boat ramp provide for access to the tidal Anacostia River for recreational boating.
About Anacostia Park
Welcome to Anacostia Park, your neighborhood national park in the heart of Washington, DC! Enjoy exercise along the river trail or relax by the water, Anacostia Park is a breath of fresh air and a space to unwind amid a bustling city.
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Operating Hours
Anacostia Park
Open: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
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| 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM |
Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion
Open daily 6 am–10 pm. Free skate rentals vary by season — see rental booth hours for details.
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| 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM | 6:00AM - 10:00PM |
Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion: Skate Rental Booth
Free Skate Rental: Memorial Day through Labor Day, Sunday–Wednesday 9 am–5 pm and Thursday–Saturday 9 am–8 pm. September 2–October 31, 2025, rentals will be available Tuesday–Sunday 9 am–5 pm (closed Mondays). Beginning November 1, 2025, rentals will be closed until Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026. Last skate rentals are distributed 30 minutes before closing.
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| 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Anacostia Park?
Anacostia Park is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Anacostia Park?
Popular activities at Anacostia Park include: Biking, Road Biking, Boating, Fishing, Freshwater Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours.
What is the weather like at Anacostia Park?
Spring brings mild temperatures and a light breeze along with springtime flower blooms. Summer can be hot and humid. Fall cools down and changing of the seasons brings changing of the colors in leaves. Winter gets cold and temperatures may drop below freezing.
How do I get to Anacostia Park?
Anacostia Park is located in South East Washington DC running parallel to the Anacostia river. The park can be accessed from the South Capitol bridge over the Anacostia river across from the Nationals baseball stadium. You can also enter the park from the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (295). You can enter the park from Good Hope Road or from Nicholson Street.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Spring brings mild temperatures and a light breeze along with springtime flower blooms. Summer can be hot and humid. Fall cools down and changing of the seasons brings changing of the colors in leaves. Winter gets cold and temperatures may drop below freezing.
Directions
Anacostia Park is located in South East Washington DC running parallel to the Anacostia river. The park can be accessed from the South Capitol bridge over the Anacostia river across from the Nationals baseball stadium. You can also enter the park from the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (295). You can enter the park from Good Hope Road or from Nicholson Street.
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