Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas
The Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas location is in Washington, #N/A
20020-6722. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
National Capital Parks – East 1900 Anacostia Dr Se
Washington
#N/A
20020-6722
Phone number
202-690-5152
Email
FortDupontInfo@nps.gov
Campground information Washington, #N/A
Overview
Fort Dupont Park has three picnic areas that can be reserved for use by groups from spring to fall each year. There are also picnic areas available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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.
Facilities
The three picnic areas at Fort Dupont that can be reserved are:
Picnic area A at Randle Circle, Picnic area B at Randle Circle, and the Historic Earthwork (Lanham Estates) picnic area on Alabama Avenue.
Randle Circle A and Randle Circle B: have picnic tables, a grill and a nearby restroom building and playground. Electricity is not available on site. These areas have street parking but there is also a larger parking lot less than 1/4 mile from the picnic area. This site is also close to several park nature trails and the Fort Dupont Activity Center that has exhibits and other information about the park. No other amenities are available.
Lanham Estates: has a picnic shelter, tables, grill and a fireplace. Electricity is not available on site. This site also has an adjacent parking lot with open space nearby for playing games but there are no formal ball fields. This is also in the historic area of the park that contains the earthwork remnants of Fort Dupont and interpretive signage that give the history of the fort. Access to the nearby Hiker-Biker Trail, a seven mile trail that connects multiple fort sites in southeast Washington, D.C., is also on site.
Natural Features
Fort Dupont Park has 376 rolling wooded acres, and is one of the largest parks in Washington D.C. Oak, beech and maple trees cover the hillsides. There is also a large area of mountain laurel that blooms in the spring each year.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors may also enjoy visits to Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Smithsonian Anacostia Museum, Anacostia Park, Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens and the Anacostia River Trail.
Charges & Cancellations
Half day $65.00. Full day $130.00. No refund for cancellation.
Frequently Asked Questions About National Capital Parks – East 1900 Anacostia Dr Se Washington, DC
How do I make a reservation with Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas?
To make reservations at Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas, you can call the office at 202-690-5152.
Half day $65.00
Full day $130.00.
No refund for cancellation.
Where is Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas located?
The Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas is located at National Capital Parks – East 1900 Anacostia Dr Se in Washington,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas have tent or RV camping?
Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 202-690-5152 to make sure things haven’t changed.