Rock Creek Park
Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. This 1,754 acre city park was officially authorized in 1890, making it the third national park to be designated by the federal government. It offers visitors the opportunity to escape the bustle of the city and find a peaceful refuge, recreation, fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals, and thousands of years of human history.
Map showing location of park.
Share your thoughts on safety and operational improvements for Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway
The NPS invites the public to attend a virtual public meeting and share written comments on the development of a Multimodal Safety and Operational Improvements Plan and a corresponding Environmental Assessment for Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway.
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 approves DC Water’s Piney Branch Tunnel project to improve water quality
The NPS has completed an Environmental Assessment and approved DC Water’s proposal to construct the Piney Branch Tunnel. The project, on NPS land in Rock Creek Park, will improve water quality and reduce combined sewer overflows.
Meridian Hill Park has a new armillary sphere
The National Park Service (NPS) has installed a new armillary sphere on the lower plaza of Meridian Hill Park.
Brian Joyner selected as superintendent of Rock Creek Park
“As a DC-native, I am honored to be selected as the superintendent of a park that I’ve known and enjoyed my entire life,” Joyner said.
Photo by NPS Photo
Photo by NPS Photo/ K. Cain
Photo by NPS Photo
Photo by NPS Photo
Photo by NPS Photo/Michael Zwelling