Fort Dupont Park

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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.
Map showing location of park.
A view of a cannon firing demonstration
National Park Service seeks public input on the development of an updated management plan for the Civil War Defenses of Washington
The National Park Service (NPS) invites the public to share comments on the development of a Management Plan (Plan) update and a corresponding Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Civil War Defenses of Washington (CWDW) located in the District of Columbia; Fairfax County, Virginia; and Prince George’s County, Maryland.
National Park Service to restore recreation areas, including Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion, with funding from the Great American Outdoors Act
The National Park Service is improving 12 recreation areas across National Capital Parks – East with funding from the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) Legacy Restoration Fund.
NPS to conduct deer population reduction operations at Fort Dupont Park
To protect and restore native plants and promote healthy, diverse forests, the National Park Service (NPS) will reduce deer populations between December 9, 2024, and February 10, 2025, at Fort Dupont Park.
Fort during fall hike
Photo by NPS Photo
A large crowd watches a concert on a stage at Fort Dupont
Photo by NPS
A wild turkey
Photo by NPS
A park ranger leads a bike tour of Fort Dupont
Photo by NPS
Children plant vegetables at the community gardens
Photo by NPS