36 National Park Service sites
District of Columbia park guides
37 campgrounds inside the parks · 73 nearby · 6 free sites37 campgrounds inside the parks · 73 nearby · 6 free and dispersed sites
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Inside the parks37 campgroundsChesapeake & Ohio Canal 37
Near the parks73 campgroundsWithin 25 mi of a site
Free and dispersed6 sitesWithin 25 mi of a site
Current alerts21 at 11 sitesAs of Sep 20, 2026 · nps.gov
Park guides in District of Columbia 36
National Historical Park4 alertsChesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical ParkPreserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potomac River as coal, lumber, and agricultural products floated down the waterway to market. Today it endures as a pathway for discovering historical, natural, and recreational treasures.37 in the park · 30 within 25 mi · 6 free nearbyEntrance $20 per vehicle
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Civil War Defenses of WashingtonOn forested hills surrounding the nation's capital are the remnants of a complex system of Civil War fortifications. These strategic buttresses transformed the young capital into one of the world's most fortified cities. By 1865, 68 forts and 93 batteries armed with over 800 cannons encircled Washington, DC. Today, you can visit 18 of the original sites now managed by the National Park Service.51 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby1 alert
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Thomas Jefferson MemorialAuthor of the Declaration of Independence, statesman and visionary for the founding of a nation.49 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby1 alert
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World War II MemorialThrough stone architecture and bronze sculptures, the World War II Memorial recognizes the ways Americans served, honors those who fell, and recognizes the victory they achieved to restore freedom and end tyranny around the globe.49 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt MemorialThese words by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt ushered the United States into World War II and defined what it is to be an American. Stop by this secluded memorial and begin to understand the Roosevelt legacy.48 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby
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Martin Luther King, Jr. MemorialLocated in downtown Washington, DC, the memorial honors Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and the struggle for freedom, equality, and justice. A prominent leader in the modern civil rights movement, Dr. King was a tireless advocate for racial equality, working class, and the oppressed around the world.48 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby
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Vietnam Veterans MemorialHonoring the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial chronologically lists the names of 58,318 Americans who gave their lives in service to their country.48 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby
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National Historic SiteFrederick Douglass National Historic SiteFrederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality. Born into slavery in 1818, he escaped as a young man and became a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. People everywhere still find inspiration today in his tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity. Douglass's legacy is preserved here at Cedar Hill, where he lived his last 17 years.47 within 25 mi · 1 free nearbyEntrance $1
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Korean War Veterans MemorialAt the Korean War Veterans Memorial, "Our nation honors her sons and daughters who answered the call to defend a country they never knew and a people they never met."47 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby
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LBJ Memorial Grove on the PotomacFrom this distance the seat of national power appears pristine across the river, so President Johnson came here often when he needed to escape from the stresses of building a Great Society. After he died, his wife chose this place for his memorial. A landscape of serpentine paths, white pines, a granite monolith, and an open meadow honors his legacy of social justice and conservation legislation.47 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby
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Lincoln Memorial"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.47 within 25 mi · 2 free nearbyEntrance $1
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National Capital Parks-EastNational 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.47 within 25 mi · 1 free nearby
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