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.
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursOpen: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 771-208-1571 · anac_visitorservices@nps.gov
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
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Anacostia Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Anacostia Park?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you fish at Anacostia Park?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Anacostia Park. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Anacostia Rec Center Sidewalks, Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, Anacostia Skate Park Paths, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Anacostia Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
Open: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily
Nearby sites
NPS National Park Service Fort Dupont Park
ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
NPS Photo / Nate Johnson National Park Service Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
ConfirmedYour pass covers the $1 park entrance fee.
