The diverse history of Maryland and our national heritage can be experienced
at Oxon Cove Park. Through hands-on programs and other activities, you can
experience farm life and how its changed over time. Explore how the park
evolved from a plantation home during the War of 1812, to a hospital farm, to
the park you can visit today.

The diverse history of Maryland and our national heritage can be experienced at Oxon Cove Park. Through hands-on programs and other activities, you can experience farm life and how its changed over time.  Explore how the park evolved from a plantation home during the War of 1812, to a hospital farm, to the park you can visit today.

Bird's eye view of the park

Oxon Cove  Park & Oxon Hill Farm

Fort Foote was constructed in 1863 atop Rozier's Bluff to strengthen the ring
of fortifications that encircled Washington, D.C. Two of the Guns that
protected Washington are still there along with the remains of the fort's
earthworks.

Fort Foote was constructed in 1863  atop Rozier's Bluff to strengthen the ring of fortifications that encircled Washington, D.C. Two of the Guns that protected Washington are still there along with the remains of the fort's earthworks.

Fort Foote Park

The 18th century Harmony Hall mansion is located on a 62.5-acre open pasture
land estate along the Potomac River. This estate was purchased by the National
Park Service in 1966, to preserve southern Maryland cultural heritage.
Surrounded by a rich landscape, it offers visitors many chances to connect
with Colonial History. The park also home to the remains of the Want Water
House and canal.

The 18th century Harmony Hall mansion is located on a 62.5-acre open pasture land estate along the Potomac River.  This estate was purchased by the National Park Service in 1966, to preserve southern Maryland cultural heritage. Surrounded by a rich landscape, it offers visitors many chances to connect with Colonial History. The park also home to the remains of the Want Water House and canal.

Harmony Hall

Frederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality. Born into
slavery in 1818, he escaped as a young man and became a leading voice in the
abolitionist movement. People everywhere still find inspiration today in his
tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity.
Douglass's legacy is preserved here at Cedar Hill, where he lived his last 17
years.

Frederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality. Born into slavery in 1818, he escaped as a young man and became a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. People everywhere still find inspiration today in his tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity. Douglass's legacy is preserved here at Cedar Hill, where he lived his last 17 years.

Frederick Douglass National Historic Site

Welcome to National Capital Parks-East. We invite you to journey to the parks
east of the Capitol of Washington, D.C. National Capital Parks-East consists
of 14 park sites, parkways and statuary covering more than 8,000 acres of
historic, cultural, and recreational parklands from Capitol Hill to the nearby
Maryland suburbs.

Welcome to National Capital Parks-East. We invite you to journey to the parks east of the Capitol of Washington, D.C. National Capital Parks-East consists of 14 park sites, parkways and statuary covering more than 8,000 acres of historic, cultural, and recreational parklands from Capitol Hill to the nearby Maryland suburbs.

National Capital Parks-East

The George Washington Memorial Parkway was designed for recreational driving.
It links sites that commemorate important episodes in American history and
preserve habitat for local wildlife. The parkway and its associated trails
provide a scenic place to play and rest in the busy Washington, DC
metropolitan area.

The George Washington Memorial Parkway was designed for recreational driving. It links sites that commemorate important episodes in American history and preserve habitat for local wildlife. The parkway and its associated trails provide a scenic place to play and rest in the busy Washington, DC metropolitan area.

## Overview

Fort Hunt Park provides six picnic rental areas - Area A, Area B, Areas C1,
C2, C3, and Area D. Picnic pavilions, or covered picnic shelters are in Area
A, B, C-2 and D. Areas C-1 and C-3 are open areas with picnic tables only.
Only Picnic Area A has electricity and amplified sound allowed. If you plan to
grill, you must bring in your own grill. A fire extinguisher is needed. Most
people bring in their own food.

If you have a large group and wish to cater food and beverage, you may contact
the park's concessionaire - please see the Need to Know section under Food and
Beverage. Catering service includes paying a vendor to serve visitors food or
drink during a reservation or paying a vendor to deliver and set up food at
the park for an event. If catering services are conducted through the park’s
concession operator, RGI Events, and they will need advance notice( a minimum
of 30 days). Please call us first at (202) 439-7325 so that we can assist you
with questions as to what is or what is not catering services.

If you plan to bring in and prepare your own food and beverage that is fine,
and a catering request is not necessary. Reservation holders are allowed to
bring their own food and grills to the park, including food purchased and
picked up from vendors outside of Fort Hunt and transported into the park by
attendees of their events (i.e take out). If you plan to do one of these
things to provide food for your event, you need not contact RGI. If you have
questions about what is or what is not part of catering , please call us at
202-439-7325 so that we can assist you.

Other types of activities (weddings, other outside vendors, etc) may need an
additional Special Use Permit that you can easily apply for through our park.

Fort Hunt Park is located only two miles from Mount Vernon, the historical
home of George Washington, and is a local favorite for picnicking and
recreation.  
  
This picnic area has transformed tremendously over time, from George
Washington's farmland to a Spanish-American War fort to a top secret
intelligence camp during World War II. The rich history of this area is still
being discovered and shared with the public.

## Recreation

Fort Hunt Park has many opportunities for recreation. There are several large
fields, making it an ideal place for large picnics and family gatherings. All
picnic rentals have different pricing for weekends versus weekday rentals.  
  
The historic batteries are always open to the public. The inner lane of the
Loop Road is closed to cars past Area A and can be used as a multi-use trail.  
  
The stretch of the Mount Vernon Trail from Turkey Run Park south to Riverside
Park is a great place to see birds along the river. There are several birds of
prey that live in the area.

## Facilities

Fort Hunt Park has many opportunities for recreation. There are several large
fields, making it an ideal place for large picnics and family gatherings. All
picnic rentals have different pricing for weekends versus weekday rentals.  
  
The historic batteries are always open to the public. The inner lane of the
Loop Road is closed to cars past Area A and can be used as a multi-use trail.  
  
The stretch of the Mount Vernon Trail from Turkey Run Park south to Riverside
Park is a great place to see birds along the river. There are several birds of
prey that live in the area.

## Natural Features

Fort Hunt is located just minutes from the nation's capital in the lush
environment of Northern Virginia. The area is abundant with trees, plants and
wildlife, with mild, crisp winters that include the occasional dusting of
snow, and hot, humid summers where the wildflowers and greenery paint the
backdrop. Trails behind the remains of the Spanish American War era gun
batteries were build by the Civilian Conservation Corps era, and provide
peaceful walks in the woods with views of the Potomac River. One can enjoy a
wallk around the park in the grassy fields and under tall trees.

## Nearby Attractions

Fort Hunt is located just minutes from Mount Vernon, the historic site and
former plantation of George Washington. The museums, memorials and monuments
of Washington, D.C., are also located a short drive from the picnic area.

## Charges & Cancellations

A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late
cancellations are subject to additional fees. Cancellations within 14 days of
the reservation date will forfeit the entire reservation fee for the shelter
facility. There is no inclement weather policy, this is an open outdoor
facility. For further information on reservation and cancellation policies
please visit https://recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Fort Hunt Park provides six picnic rental areas - Area A, Area B, Areas C1, C2, C3, and Area D.  Picnic pavilions, or covered picnic shelters are in Area A, B, C-2 and D.  Areas C-1 and C-3 are open areas with picnic tables only.  Only Picnic Area A has electricity and amplified sound allowed.  If you plan to grill, you must bring in your own grill.  A fire extinguisher is needed.  Most people bring in their own food.  </p>
<p>If you have a large group and wish to cater food and beverage, you may contact the park's concessionaire - please see the Need to Know section under Food and Beverage.  Catering service includes paying a vendor to serve visitors food or drink during a reservation or paying a vendor to deliver and set up food at the park for an event.  If catering services are conducted through the park’s concession operator, RGI Events, and they will need advance notice( a minimum of 30 days).   Please call us first at (202) 439-7325 so that we can assist you with questions as to what is or what is not catering services.   </p>
<p>If you plan to bring in and prepare your own food and beverage that is fine, and a catering request is not necessary.  Reservation holders are allowed to bring their own food and grills to the park, including food purchased and picked up from vendors outside of Fort Hunt and transported into the park by attendees of their events (i.e take out). If you plan to do one of these things to provide food for your event, you need not contact RGI.   If you have questions about what is or what is not part of catering , please call us at 202-439-7325 so that we can assist you.   </p>
<p>Other types of activities (weddings, other outside vendors, etc) may need an additional Special Use Permit that you can easily apply for through our park. </p>
<p>Fort Hunt Park is located only two miles from Mount Vernon, the historical home of George Washington, and is a local favorite for picnicking and recreation.  <br><br>This picnic area has transformed tremendously over time, from George Washington's farmland to a Spanish-American War fort to a top secret intelligence camp during World War II. The rich history of this area is still being discovered and shared with the public.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Fort Hunt Park has many opportunities for recreation. There are several large fields, making it an ideal place for large picnics and family gatherings. All picnic rentals have different pricing for weekends versus weekday rentals.<br><br>The historic batteries are always open to the public.  The inner lane of the Loop Road is closed to cars past Area A and can be used as a multi-use trail. <br><br>The stretch of the Mount Vernon Trail from Turkey Run Park south to Riverside Park is a great place to see birds along the river. There are several birds of prey that live in the area.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Fort Hunt Park has many opportunities for recreation. There are several large fields, making it an ideal place for large picnics and family gatherings. All picnic rentals have different pricing for weekends versus weekday rentals.<br><br>The historic batteries are always open to the public.  The inner lane of the Loop Road is closed to cars past Area A and can be used as a multi-use trail. <br><br>The stretch of the Mount Vernon Trail from Turkey Run Park south to Riverside Park is a great place to see birds along the river. There are several birds of prey that live in the area.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Fort Hunt is located just minutes from the nation's capital in the lush environment of Northern Virginia. The area is abundant with trees, plants and wildlife, with mild, crisp winters that include the occasional dusting of snow, and hot, humid summers where the wildflowers and greenery paint the backdrop.    Trails behind the remains of the Spanish American War era gun batteries were build by the Civilian Conservation Corps era, and provide peaceful walks in the woods with views of the Potomac River.  One can enjoy a wallk around the park in the grassy fields and under tall trees.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Fort Hunt is located just minutes from Mount Vernon, the historic site and former plantation of George Washington. The museums, memorials and monuments of Washington, D.C., are also located a short drive from the picnic area.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees. Cancellations within 14 days of the reservation date will forfeit the entire reservation fee for the shelter facility. There is no inclement weather policy, this is an open outdoor facility. For further information on reservation and cancellation policies please visit https://recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies. </p>

* Monday-Thursday
    * Area A: $425
    * Area B: $275
    * Area C-1: $70
    * Area C-2: $125
    * Area C-3: $70
    * Area D: $140

  * Friday-Sunday
    * Area A: $750
    * Area B: $425
    * Area C-1: $115
    * Area C-2: $200
    * Area C-3: $115
    * Area D: $225

Area C-2 Picnic Area at Fort Hunt Park shelter wide view

picnic tables with leafless winter trees in distance

Area A Picnic Shelter at Fort Hunt Park

Picnic Area B at Fort Hunt Park

Area D Picnic Shelter; benches under pavillion

Fort Hunt Park picnic pavilion

Interior of Area D Picnic Shelter: picnic tables under a wooden roof with open-air walls

Area A Picnic Shelter at Fort Hunt Park shelter wide view

Picnic Area B at Fort Hunt Park shelter

Area C-2 Picnic Area at Fort Hunt Park shelter

Grassy field and leafless trees, picnic tables in distance

Picnic Area C-1

Fort Hunt Park Illustration

Fort Hunt Picnic Areas

George Washington Memorial Parkway

Author of the Declaration of Independence, statesman and visionary for the
founding of a nation.

Author of the Declaration of Independence, statesman and visionary for the founding of a nation.

Thomas Jefferson Memorial Memorial

Welcome to Anacostia Park, your neighborhood national park in the heart of
Washington, DC! Enjoy exercise along the river trail or relax by the water,
Anacostia Park is a breath of fresh air and a space to unwind amid a bustling
city.

Welcome to Anacostia Park, your neighborhood national park in the heart of Washington, DC!
Enjoy exercise along the river trail or relax by the water, Anacostia Park is a breath of fresh air and a space to unwind amid a bustling city.

Anacostia Park

From this distance the seat of national power appears pristine across the
river, so President Johnson came here often when he needed to escape from the
stresses of building a Great Society. After he died, his wife chose this place
for his memorial. A landscape of serpentine paths, white pines, a granite
monolith, and an open meadow honors his legacy of social justice and
conservation legislation.

From this distance the seat of national power appears pristine across the river, so President Johnson came here often when he needed to escape from the stresses of building a Great Society. After he died, his wife chose this place for his memorial. A landscape of serpentine paths, white pines, a granite monolith, and an open meadow honors his legacy of social justice and conservation legislation.

Lyndon Baines Johnson Memorial Grove on the Potomac

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial tells the story of one of America's greatest
leaders of the 20th century.

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial tells the story of one of America's greatest leaders of the 20th century.

Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial

These words by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt ushered the United States
into World War II and defined what it is to be an American. Stop by this
secluded memorial and begin to understand the Roosevelt legacy.

These words by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt ushered the United States into World War II and defined what it is to be an American. Stop by this secluded memorial and begin to understand the Roosevelt legacy.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Memorial

Located in downtown Washington, DC, the memorial honors Martin Luther King,
Jr.'s legacy and the struggle for freedom, equality, and justice. A prominent
leader in the modern civil rights movement, Dr. King was a tireless advocate
for racial equality, working class, and the oppressed around the world.

Located in downtown Washington, DC, the memorial honors Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and the struggle for freedom, equality, and justice. A prominent leader in the modern civil rights movement, Dr. King was a tireless advocate for racial equality, working class, and the oppressed around the world.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial National Memorial

This is where the nation comes to remember and where history is made. As
“America’s Front Yard,” the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to many
of our country’s most iconic memorials telling the story of people and events
that shaped us as a nation. Each year, millions of people come to recreate,
commemorate presidential legacies, honor our veterans, and make their voices
heard.

This is where the nation comes to remember and where history is made. As “America’s Front Yard,” the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to many of our country’s most iconic memorials telling the story of people and events that shaped us as a nation. Each year, millions of people come to recreate, commemorate presidential legacies, honor our veterans, and make their voices heard.

Washington Monument

From Founding Father to Presidents Park

National Mall Center

From Founding Father to Capitol

National Mall East

Honoring our Nation

National Mall West

National Mall and Memorial Parks

Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the
555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.

Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president, the 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C.

The Capitol Hill Parks include several park areas east of the U.S. Capitol.
Included in this group are Folger, Lincoln, Stanton, and Marion Parks, the
Eastern Market and Potomac Avenue Metro stations, and several smaller land
parcels such as Seward Square, Twining Square, the Maryland Avenue Triangles,
the Pennsylvania Avenue Medians, and 59 inner-city triangles and squares.

The Capitol Hill Parks include several park areas east of the U.S. Capitol. Included in this group are Folger, Lincoln, Stanton, and Marion Parks, the Eastern Market and Potomac Avenue Metro stations, and several smaller land parcels such as Seward Square, Twining Square, the Maryland Avenue Triangles, the Pennsylvania Avenue Medians, and 59 inner-city triangles and squares.

Capitol Hill Parks

This 361 acre wooded park was once home to an earthen fort built to protect
Washington, DC, during the Civil War. Today, visitors can see the fort's
earthworks and escape to the great outdoors. Activities include picnics,
nature walks, biking, gardening, environmental education, music, and ranger-
led programs.

This 361 acre wooded park was once home to an earthen fort built to protect Washington, DC, during the Civil War. Today, visitors can see the fort's earthworks and escape to the great outdoors. Activities include picnics, nature walks, biking, gardening, environmental education, music, and ranger-led programs.

## 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 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.  
  

## 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.  
  

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (771) 233-3973.

## Charges & Cancellations

Half day $65.00. Full day $130.00. No refund for cancellation.

<h2>Overview</h2>
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. <br/> <br/><h2>Recreation</h2>
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. <br/> <br/><h2>Facilities</h2>
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. <br/> <br/><h2>Natural Features</h2>
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. <br/> <br/>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Visitors may also enjoy visits to Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Smithsonian Anacostia Museum, Anacostia Park, Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens and the Anacostia River Trail. <br/> <br/>
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (771) 233-3973.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Half day $65.00. Full day $130.00. No refund for cancellation.</p>

Half day $65.00  
Full day $130.00.  
No refund for cancellation.

Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas

Fort Dupont Activity Center is not available for rental but has displays regarding the defense of Washington DC during the civil war.

Fort Dupont Activity Center

Picnic area A, there are picnic tables, a grill and bathroom facilities nearby

The shelter at Lanham Estate has bathroom facilities in addition to picnic tables and grills

Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas Lanham Estate

Fort Dupont Park

Through stone architecture and bronze sculptures, the World War II Memorial
recognizes the ways Americans served, honors those who fell, and recognizes
the victory they achieved to restore freedom and end tyranny around the globe.

Through stone architecture and bronze sculptures, the World War II Memorial recognizes the ways Americans served, honors those who fell, and recognizes the victory they achieved to restore freedom and end tyranny around the globe.

World War II Memorial

Home to the National Woman's Party for more than 90 years, this was the
epicenter of the struggle for women's rights. From this house in the shadow of
the U.S. Capitol and Supreme Court, Alice Paul and the NWP developed
innovative strategies and tactics to advocate for the Equal Rights Amendment
and equality for women. President Barack Obama designated the national
monument on April 12, 2016.

Home to the National Woman's Party for more than 90 years, this was the epicenter of the struggle for women's rights. From this house in the shadow of the U.S. Capitol and Supreme Court, Alice Paul and the NWP developed innovative strategies and tactics to advocate for the Equal Rights Amendment and equality for women. President Barack Obama designated the national monument on April 12, 2016.

Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument

At the Korean War Veterans Memorial, "Our nation honors her sons and daughters
who answered the call to defend a country they never knew and a people they
never met."

At the Korean War Veterans Memorial, "Our nation honors her sons and daughters who answered the call to defend a country they never knew and a people they never met."

Korean War Veterans Memorial Memorial

"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of
Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president
of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of
unity, strength, and wisdom.

"...as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th president of the United States sits immortalized in marble as an enduring symbol of unity, strength, and wisdom.

Lincoln Memorial Memorial

Officially established in 1965, National Mall and Memorial Parks actually
protects some of the older parkland in the National Park System. Areas within
this premier park provide visitors with ample opportunities to commemorate
presidential legacies; honor the courage and sacrifice of war veterans; and
celebrate the United States commitment to freedom and equality.

Officially established in 1965, National Mall and Memorial Parks actually protects some of the older parkland in the National Park System. Areas within this premier park provide visitors with ample opportunities to commemorate presidential legacies; honor the courage and sacrifice of war veterans; and celebrate the United States commitment to freedom and equality.

Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm

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