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National Capital Parks-East

Park ClosureJun 26, 2026

Park Road and Area Closures June 24-July 7, 2026

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Park ClosureJun 26, 2026

Additional Park Road and Area Closures: July 4, 2026

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The red barns and outbuildings at Oxon Hill Farm

The Barnyard at Oxon Hill Farm

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National Capital Parks — East invites you to explore more than 8,000 acres of scenic parkland, historic landmarks, and vibrant community spaces across Washington, D.C. and Maryland. From the riverside trails of Anacostia Park to the homes of American leaders like Frederick Douglass and Carter G. Woodson, each of our 17 nationally significant parks offers a distinct experience.

Activities

Biking

Directions

DC295 South to the Exit for I-694/I-395/Capitol Hill then a left Exit 4B to 11th St SE/MLK Jr Ave. Turn Left at light onto 11st/MLK JR. ** I-295 North to Exit 4B to 11th St SE/MLK Jr Ave. Turn Right at the light. ** From downtown DC: I-395 to I-695/SW Freeway, take Exit 1C 11th St SE. Turn Right onto 11th St ** ** At the light turn Right onto Good Hope Road. At the Stop Sign turn Left. Turn Left at the next road way.

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Weather

Summers are generally hot and humid, with daytime highs frequently above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, high humidity, and scattered afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are generally cold, with nighttime lows frequently near freezing and occasional snowfall. Weather during spring and fall is generally moderate, but can change quickly.

News

Jun 26, 2026

National Park Service Invites Public to Celebrate July 4 at Anacostia Park

The National Park Service invites the public to celebrate Independence Day at Anacostia Park, a vibrant community gathering space along the Anacostia River offering expansive, open-air views of Washington's July 4 fireworks.

Jun 18, 2026

Traffic advisory for July 4 fireworks setup at Anacostia Park

On Saturday, July 4, the National Park Service will host its annual fireworks display at Anacostia Park in Southeast D.C. In conjunction with the event, there will be street closures – some beginning as early as next week for setup – that the public should take into consideration.

National Park Service Seeks Feedback on Future of Civil War Defenses of Washington 
May 15, 2026

National Park Service Seeks Feedback on Future of Civil War Defenses of Washington 

The National Park Service invites you to comment on a proposed update to the management plan for the Civil War Defenses of Washington, the historic network of forts, batteries and parkland that protected the nation’s capital during the Civil War.