Rock Creek Park Bridge

Rock Creek Park

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Rock Creek Park is a large urban park that bisects the Northwest quadrant of Washington, D. C. Created by Act of Congress in 1890, the park comprises …

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Explore the Beauty of Nature
Rock Creek Park offers an opportunity to explore the beauty of nature in a bustling urban area. Visitors can picnic, hike, bike, rollerblad…
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With more than 2000 acres, this huge park is the perfect half-day getaway from the bustling city. Apart from numerous hiking trails, it also …
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Facts

Located:Washington, D.C., U.S.
Area:Over 2,000 acres (3 sq mi; 8 km²)
Established:September 27, 1890
Construction completed:1820s (Peirce Mill)
Architect:Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., John Charles Olmsted
Architectural style:Late 19th and 20th Century Revivals, Early Republic, and NPS Rustic
Visitors:2,026,156 (in 2022)

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All activities are free, but for planetarium shows you need to pick up tickets a half-hour in advance
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Day-use and extended stays are offered at Rock Creek Park
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Drop by thompson's boat house to rent a boat you can paddle or row along the potomac, or a bicycle
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Consult with a map or your gps for driving directions to any of the several parking lots located within rock creek park
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Be sure to join one of the ranger-led programs and learn more about local nature
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Although the metro is nearby, a car is required to visit many of the key sites in a single trip
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The large urban park is a good place to spend some evenings or for a morning walk
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Bicycling here is not recommended on weekdays
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Check out the free ranger-led astronomy programs at their planetarium or grab a racket for a friendly game of tennis
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Watch your footing through rocks, roots and narrow passages
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There is no off-road bike path option on the northern section of beach drive
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The rock creek park planetarium uses high-tech spitz software to project the image of the night sky
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Many outdoor activities are offered in the area, including hiking, picnicking, swimming, biking, and public amphitheater performances during the summer
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The facility includes a children's discovery room offering environmental education books and games
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Beach drive is undergoing extensive renovation and various sections will be closed to vehicles over the course of several years
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In the summer, the 4,000-seat carter barron amphitheatre hosts concerts and movie nights
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Planetarium: wednesday and weekend shows
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It offers visitors the opportunity to escape the bustle of the city
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It offers visitors an opportunity to reflect and soothe their spirits through the beauty of nature
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