Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas
| Address | National Capital Parks - East 1900 Anacostia Dr SE, Washington, DC, 20020-6722 |
|---|---|
| State | DC |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 202-690-5152 |
| anne_espeset@nps.gov |
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Max Num of People: 50–75
Checkin Time: 10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, 8:00 AM
Min Num of Vehicles: 0
Picnic Table: Y
Checkout Time: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM
Location Rating: Good
Site Rating: Standard
Shade: Full, Yes
Min Num of People: 1
Site Access: Drive-In
Lean To/Shelter: Y
Driveway Surface: Gravel
Reservable Sites: 6 of 6
Overview
Fort Dupont Park has three picnic areas that groups may reserve from spring to fall each year. There are also picnic areas available on first-come, first-served (no reservation required).
Recreation
The varied seasonal activities at this spacious area east of the Anacostia River include: picnic areas, hiking trails, Civil War programs, gardening, environmental education, concerts and special events, mountain biking and youth programs. Visit Fort Dupont’s
Data updated: 2026-08-23 08:35 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)