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A pedestrian walks their dog along the Anacostia Riverwalk trail, as a cyclist and jogger pass by.
The Anacostia Riverwalk Trail offers visitors access to multiple national parks across south-east D.C.

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National Capital Parks-East cares for several national parks located in eastern and southern Washington, D.C., and to the east of the district in Maryland. These parks protect a broad range of natural areas, spaces for outdoor recreation, cultural landscapes, historic homes, parkways, farms, archeological sites, and historic forts. Together, National Capital Parks-East protects more than 8,000 acres of land.
 
 
Grammy Award Nominated artist Kenny Lattimore performs at the 50th Fort Dupont Summer Event Series.
Grammy Award Nominated artist Kenny Lattimore performs at the 50th Fort Dupont Summer Event Series.

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For media inquiries or questions about filming or taking photographs at parks managed by National Capital Parks-East, please email Vince Vaise at vince_vaise@nps.gov, call 202 941-9108 or email ncr_communications@nps.gov.

Permits 

A public gathering permit is required to conduct organized activities within National Capital Parks-East parks. Activities such as First Amendment demonstrations, special events with 25 or more participants, and events that require any type of set up must have a permit. 

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A roller-skater rides across the center of a skating rink.
Anacostia Park offers visitors free roller-skate rentals!

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Each park managed by National Capital Parks-East have their own social media accounts. Please check individual park webpages for more links.

 

Last updated: March 22, 2023

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Mailing Address:

1900 Anacostia Drive SE
Washington, DC 20020

Phone:

(771) 208-1453

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