Rock Creek Park Horse Center offers riding lessons, trail rides, pony rides, summer camps, therapeutic riding, and horse-boarding.
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The Rock Creek Park Horse Center is located next to the Nature Center. There is plenty of parking. The center offers riding lessons, trail rides, pony rides, summer camps, therapeutic riding, and horse-boarding.
Contact Information:
Rock Creek Park Horse Center
5100 Glover Road
Washington, DC 20015
202-362-0117
horsecenter@guestservices.com
Golf events, putting greens, and lessons are just a few of the activities available at the Rock Creek Park Golf Course.
Rock Creek Park Golf Course
At the Rock Creek Park Golf Course, you will find an 18-hole course, putting greens, snacks and beverages, and a Pro Shop. The course is defined by extreme hills and narrow fairways.
Please note: The back nine holes are closed until further notice due to playing conditions.
Book a tee time and inquire about lessons through PlayDCGolf.
Kayak and canoe rentals are available so you can enjoy the Potomac River!
Rock Creek Park has two boating centers. Both offer boat rentals, private boat storage, and boating instruction. Thompson Boat Center has rental equipment for rowing and holds regattas, while the Key Bridge Boathouse offers kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, fitness classes, and twilight tours.
Contact Information:
Key Bridge Boathouse
3500 Water St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
Thompson Boat Center
2900 Virginia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20037
Rock Creek Park Tennis Center offers lessons, court reservations, tournaments, tennis pros, professional racquet stringing, a pro shop, and a snack bar!
The Rock Creek Park Tennis Center includes the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Stadium and adjacent courts. The facility, home of the Citi Open, hosts 15 hard courts and 10 clay courts. A variety of services are available to the public: lessons, court reservations, tournaments, tennis pros, professional racquet stringing, a pro shop, and a snack bar!
Contact Information:
Rock Creek Park Tennis Center
16th & Kennedy Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20011
202-722-5949
rockcreektennis@guestservices.com
Looking for more tennis courts? There are several free tennis and pickleball courts at Montrose Park. Other free courts are available at Francis Field Park.
Help support Rock Creek Park through the purchase of educational items and books available through America's National Parks.
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Looking for a memento to commemorate your visit? How about an in-depth map to take on your hiking adventures? Maybe you want a book about the birds you can see while biking through the park? All of this and more can be found at our two bookstores in the Rock Creek Park Nature Center and at the Old Stone House.
We have over 32 miles of hiking trails and paths for you to explore! Follow one of our suggested hikes or create your own!
Last updated: March 25, 2024
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Contact Info
Mailing Address:
5200 Glover Rd, NW
Washington,
DC
20015
Phone:
202-895-6000
Rock Creek Park's main phone line.
On the weekends when the administrative offices are closed, call 202-895-6070 to reach the Nature Center.
