Rock Creek Park Group Picnic Areas (DC)

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Fall color on the banks of Rock Creek with water flowing over boulders in the creek bed

Historic Pierce Mill behind a wooden fence near Picnic Grove 01

A dirt hiking path at Rock Creek Park under the shade of leafy green trees

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Eight group picnic areas in Rock Creek Park are available for advance reservation from April 1 through November 30. These picnic areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis from December 1 through March 31. All picnic groves are equipped with multiple picnic tables, some also have fireplaces that can be used for cooking. User must provide a cooking grate or other cooking equipment. Picnic groves 1, 6, 13 and 24 have pavilions. Some sites offer access to toilet facilities, though not all. Please refer to specific grove descriptions for details.Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. Fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals and the ebb and flow of Rock Creek emanate the delicate aura of the forest.Rock Creek Park is located near many national monuments and museums in the nation's capital.Recreational activities in Rock Creek Park include: soccer, picnics, hiking, biking, roller blading, tennis, fishing, horseback riding and attending a concert or park ranger program.

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Availability at Rock Creek Park Group Picnic Areas (DC)

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