Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens
DC

Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens

Hours

Open daily · 8:00AM - 4:00PM

Entrance Fee

Free

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Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens at a glance

Best time
March–May, October–November
Trip length
Half day–2 days
Don't miss
Orange Line - DC Metro
Nearby city
Washington, DC

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About Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens

Deep within Kenilworth lies an oasis, hidden behind trees and cattails. It's a place where beavers build their homes and turtles sleep on logs. Lotus blooms rise from the muck and lilies sit on the water. The wind dances with the dragonflies, rustling through the trees, carrying the song of the birds until it brushes across your face, fading to a whisper, saying "come join."

1 current NPS alert

  • Danger: Vehicle Weight Limit at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Entrance

Source: National Park Service (as of Oct 27, 2026). Official Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens page on nps.gov

Weather Information

June-September expect warm and humid weather. Average high temperatures are in the 80s, though often in the low 90s. On humid days, showers and thunderstorms often build in the late afternoon. July and August are the warmest months. The coldest month is January, with average daytime highs in the low 40s and overnight lows in the upper 20s.

Operating Hours

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Monday8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Tuesday8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Wednesday8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Thursday8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Friday8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Saturday8:00AM - 4:00PM
  • Sunday8:00AM - 4:00PM

Common questions

Planning Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.

Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.