Aerial view of Anacostia Drive and the playground
Anacostia Drive and the Anacostia river Trail run along side the Anacostia river. Views of the Navy Yard and Nats. Stadium can be seen as across the river. NPS Photo/Miguel Marquez

Anacostia Park

Federal Recreation Area · District of Columbia · National Park Service

Welcome to Anacostia Park, your neighborhood national park in the heart of Washington, DC! Enjoy exercise along the river trail or relax by the water, Anacostia Park is a breath of fresh air and a space to unwind amid a bustling city.

Plan your visit

Trails & hiking

Biking

Know before you go

Phone
771-208-1571
Official site
www.nps.gov
Managed by
National Park Service

Getting there

Directions on Google Maps →

Things to do

Highlights: Military · US Army · Native American Heritage · Urban America · Wars and Conflicts · War of 1812 · Animals · River and Riparian · Scenic Views · Trails · Water Trails · Wetlands

Activities & features: Road Biking · Boating · Fishing · Freshwater Fishing · Food · Picnicking · Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Paddling · Canoeing · Kayaking · Playground · Team Sports · Wildlife Watching

Photos

  • A few men are playing basketball at Anacostia with the Anacostia River in the background.
    NPS
  • A view of the Anacostia River and a marina from the Anacostia River Trail.
    NPS
  • A sidewalk approaches the Anacostia skating pavilion.
    NPS
  • A man jogs his two dogs along a paved multi-use trial.
    NPS

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Guides for the trip

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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12