Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas
Open for day-use picnic reservations spring through fall. This is NOT an overnight camping facility. Reservations available via Recreation.gov for morning (8am-2pm) or afternoon (3pm-8pm) sessions. First-come, first-served picnic areas also available.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 7:57PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...The Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas including the District of Columbia and city of Baltimore, northeast, central, and southern Maryland, as well as northern Virginia and the Virginia Piedmont. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 7:57PM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...The Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas including the District of Columbia and city of Baltimore, northeast, central, and southern Maryland, as well as northern Virginia and the Virginia Piedmont. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Heat Advisory issued July 1 at 7:57PM EDT until July 1 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...The Washington and Baltimore metropolitan areas including the District of Columbia and city of Baltimore, northeast, central, and southern Maryland, as well as northern Virginia and the Virginia Piedmont. * WHEN...For the first Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. For the second Extreme Heat Warning, from 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
About
Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas are located within one of Washington D.C.'s largest urban parks, spanning 376 rolling wooded acres east of the Anacostia River. The park features oak, beech, and maple trees covering the hillsides, along with a large area of mountain laurel that blooms each spring. Civil War-era earthworks add historical significance to the natural setting. Three group picnic areas are available for reservation: Randle Circle Picnic Areas A and B offer picnic tables, grills, a nearby restroom building, and playground. The Historic Earthwork (Lanham Estates) picnic area on Alabama Avenue provides a picnic shelter, tables, grill, and fireplace. Additional picnic areas operate on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a day-use facility only; overnight camping is not permitted. Reservations are offered in morning (8am-2pm) and afternoon (3pm-8pm) sessions. The park also offers hiking trails, mountain biking, Civil War programs, gardening, environmental education, concerts, and youth programs.
Directions
Fort Dupont Park is located east of the Anacostia River in Washington, D.C. For detailed directions, please visit the National Park Service's official website.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| FortDupontInfo@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (202) 690-5152 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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