Anacostia Park
42 nearby · 1 free and dispersed site within 25 mi
Photo: NPS Photo/Miguel Marquez
At a glance
- Near the park
- 42 campgroundsWithin 25 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 1 siteWithin 25 mi
Where to camp
Camping near the park 42
- Campground
Joint Base Andrews FamCamp
7.2 mi · MD
- Aerial viewPublic Land

Greenbelt Park Campground
7.7 mi · Greenbelt, MD
Free and dispersed nearby 1
See them on the mapServices nearby: 5 dump stations · 3 rest areas
About Anacostia
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.
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.
Photos: NPS
Things to do
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Boating
- Fishing
- Freshwater Fishing
- Food
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Plan your visit
Getting there
Anacostia Park is located in South East Washington DC running parallel to the Anacostia river. The park can be accessed from the South Capitol bridge over the Anacostia river across from the Nationals baseball stadium…
Weather
Spring brings mild temperatures and a light breeze along with springtime flower blooms. Summer can be hot and humid. Fall cools down and changing of the seasons brings changing of the colors in leaves. Winter gets cold…
Plan your visit
Hours
Open: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Getting there
Anacostia Park is located in South East Washington DC running parallel to the Anacostia river. The park can be accessed from the South Capitol bridge over the Anacostia river across from the Nationals baseball stadium. You can also enter the park from the Baltimore-Washington Parkway (295). You can enter the park from Good Hope Road or from Nicholson Street.
Weather
Spring brings mild temperatures and a light breeze along with springtime flower blooms. Summer can be hot and humid. Fall cools down and changing of the seasons brings changing of the colors in leaves. Winter gets cold and temperatures may drop below freezing.
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