Children plant vegetables at the community gardens
The Fort Dupont community gardens are a popular spot for locals to garden and socialize. Contact the park for a garden permit. NPS

Fort Dupont Park

Federal Recreation Area · District of Columbia · National Park Service

This 361 acre wooded park was once home to an earthen fort built to protect Washington, DC, during the Civil War. Today, visitors can see the fort's earthworks and escape to the great outdoors. Activities include picnics, nature walks, biking, gardening, environmental education, music, and ranger-led programs.

Plan your visit

Trails & hiking

Biking · Mountain 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: African American Heritage · Forts · Military · Music · Wars and Conflicts · Civil War · Animals · Forests and Woodlands · Deciduous Forests · Trails

Activities & features: Arts and Culture · Live Music · Food · Picnicking · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching

Photos

  • A wild turkey
    NPS
  • Large crowd sitting on blankets and in folding chairs in front of an outdoor stage
    NPS / Lucas Cruz

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