For 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. More
Park Closures
Nature Center and Planetarium temporarily closed for repairs
The Nature Center and Planetarium will be closed Feb 3-April 3, 2025 for repairs to the HVAC system. Check the calendar for program offerings at other park locations.
Temporary restrooms and a handwashing station will be available near the building.
Part of Fort Totten Park remains closed for public safety
Out 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. More
Temporary Nighttime Road Closures for Deer Management
From November 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025, the NPS may temporarily close select park roads between 5 p.m. to 4 a.m. to conduct deer management operations. Per the Rock Creek Park Superintendent’s Compendium, trails and other park areas close at sunset.
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Joyce Road NW is closed from the entrance of Rock Creek Park Golf Course to Missouri Ave NW while the bridge over Luzon Branch is replaced. Detours will be in place during the closure period.
Know before you go. Visit NPS.gov/findapark for current park conditions and availability of restrooms and other facilities. Make a plan, know the rules, prepare for the weather, and if you are sick, stay home.
Keep on trails. Follow signs and designated routes to avoid disturbing wild areas.
Keep it with you. If you brought it, take it with you. Trash pickup and restroom facilities will continue to be limited in many park areas. Follow Leave No Trace principles.
Keep it in the park. Leave rocks, plants, and other objects for others to enjoy.
Keep it in the grill. Fires are only permitted in designated grills. Leave wood in the woods; burn only charcoal or firewood you’ve packed and brought with you.
Keep wildlife wild. For your own safety and the health of our wildlife, do not disturb, feed or approach wild animals, no matter how cute they are. All dogs must be leashed at all times.
Kindness goes a long way. We all share this park and this earth. Keep noise levels down, keep your distance, make room for others to pass, and say hi to your fellow humans.
Learn more about the National Recreate Responsibly campaign or check out the pages below to learn about special ways you can #RecreateResponsibly in Rock Creek Park!
202-895-6000
Rock Creek Park's main phone line.
On the weekends when the administrative offices are closed, call 202-895-6070 to reach the Nature Center.
