Rock Creek Park
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Rock Creek Park at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Half day–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main Rock Creek Park highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Washington, DC
Explore this park
Alerts(4)
Areas of Meridian Hill Park closed for repairs
NPS detailsMuch of the upper level of the park is closed to rehabilitate the grass. Fountains and the reflecting pool are open but may be turned off or drained occasionally for maintenance. The reflecting pool will undergo repairs June 20-28. Visit the Meridian Hill Park page for more information.
Nature Center and Planetarium Closure
The Nature Center and Planetarium building is closed until further notice due to continued remediation. Check the park's calendar for changes to ranger programs and locations.
Glover Archbold Trail detour
NPS detailsFor visitor safety, the southern end of the Glover Archbold Trail is under an emergency closure until further notice due to aerial hazards. Please follow the posted detour along Foxhall Rd. / 44th St. NW / P St. NW.
Part of Fort Totten Park remains closed for public safety
NPS detailsOut of an abundance of caution, Fort Totten Park will remain closed east of Fort Totten Drive, south of Gallatin Street/Metropolitan Branch Trail and north of Brookland Ave NE/Farragut St. due to the investigation involving two WWI-era munitions found.
Common questions
Planning Rock Creek Park
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 Rock Creek Park. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
