Golf
Golf is an official activity category in the National Park Service directory. Parks tag their programs, trails, and experiences with this label so visitors can find relevant opportunities. The NPS directory lists golf at 5 parks and sites nationwide. Compare destinations below, filter to national parks only, and open any park page for trails, alerts, campgrounds, and trip planning.
5 parks and sites (NPS)
Featured parks for golf
Upcoming events
Upcoming programs and events at parks in this collection (from the NPS Events API).
Friends of Peirce Mill Open House
Rock Creek's only remaining grist mill, Peirce Mill, will be open from 10 am to 4 pm. Stop in to see and hear what life in the mill was like during the 1800 s. Learn about local history and get tips for suggested hikes in the surrounding area.
Ranger Tours at Peirce Mill
Step inside Peirce Mill, a rare surviving 19th-century gristmill in Rock Creek Park, and discover how waterpower once supported daily life in Washington, DC. Built in the 1820s, the mill served local farmers by grinding grain into flour and cornmeal. On this guided tour, you’ll explore the mill’s machinery, including the waterwheel, gears, and millstones that brought the process to life. Learn how the force of Rock Creek was harnessed to power the mill and the skill required to operate it. Rangers will share stories of the Peirce family and the workers who kept the mill running.
Ranger Tours at the Old Stone House
Step back in time with a ranger-led tour of the Old Stone House, the oldest building in the nation’s capital. Discover what life was like in the 18th century as you explore its simple rooms, learn about early residents, and uncover the stories hidden within its stone walls. Perfect for visitors of all ages, this short tour offers a glimpse into everyday colonial life right in the heart of the city.
Highland Light
The original Highland (Cape Cod) Light was constructed in 1797, making it the first lighthouse on Cape Cod. The current 1857 tower is the third on the site, and recently underwent a major rehabilitation. Tours and bookstore operated by seashore partner, Eastern National. The site is open 9 am-5 pm, staffing permitting. The last tour of the day takes place at 4:30 pm. Children must be at least 48" tall to climb the lighthouse due to the height of the stairs and ladders. No exceptions. Climbers who are 17 years old or younger must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. To keep hands free for handrails, no person may be lifted or carried. Food, drinks, and bulky personal items (e.g. backpacks, tripods) should be left in your vehicle in the parking area. Shoes are required. Closed-toed shoes are recommended. Flip-flops are not allowed. Pets are not allowed in the Keeper’s Shop and Lighthouse Tower.
Beginner Birder Hike
Are you interested in learning how to get into birding, but don’t know where to start? Do you just want to watch birds without feeling the pressure of knowing exactly what you are looking at? Join a ranger at the Rock Creek Park Nature Center for a beginner birder program! This program will go over the basics of birding before taking an easy hike to practice your new skills. All ages and birding backgrounds are welcomed to participate. It is encouraged to bring your own binoculars for better viewing of birds, as the Nature Center has a limited supply for you to borrow. The hike is approximately 1 mile and will be on a mix of dirt and asphalt trails. Terrain can be uneven or slippery depending on weather from previous days. Wear appropriate clothing, comfortable hiking shoes, and bring water.
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Cape Cod National Seashore
The great Outer Beach described by Thoreau in the 1800s is protected within the national seashore. Forty miles of pristine sandy beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands support diverse species. Lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and wild cranberry bogs offer a glimpse of Cape Cod's past and continuing ways of life. Swimming beaches and walking and biking trails beckon today's visitors.
Death Valley National Park
In this below-sea-level basin, steady drought and record summer heat make Death Valley a land of extremes. Yet, each extreme has a striking contrast. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow. Rare rainstorms bring vast fields of wildflowers. Lush oases harbor tiny fish and refuge for wildlife and humans. Despite its morbid name, a great diversity of life thrives in Death Valley.
National Mall and Memorial Parks
This is where the nation comes to remember and where history is made. As “America’s Front Yard,” the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to many of our country’s most iconic memorials telling the story of people and events that shaped us as a nation. Each year, millions of people come to recreate, commemorate presidential legacies, honor our veterans, and make their voices heard.
Presidio of San Francisco
For 218 years, the Presidio served as an army post for three nations. World and local events, from military campaigns to World Fairs and earthquakes, left their mark. Come enjoy the history and the natural beauty of the Presidio. Explore centuries of architecture. Reflect in a national cemetery. Walk along an historic airfield, through forests or to beaches, and admire spectacular vistas.
Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. This 1,754 acre city park was officially authorized in 1890, making it the third national park to be designated by the federal government. It offers visitors the opportunity to escape the bustle of the city and find a peaceful refuge, recreation, fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals, and thousands of years of human history.