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1. Rock Creek Park - Washington

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Address: 3545 Williamsburg Ln NW, Washington, DC 20008

Telephone: (202) 895-6000

Business type: Campground

Rock Creek Park: what do users think?
James Salt
James Salt: great little swimming hole. this is a river ford with concrete footing so easy on the feet. nice fishing hole with eels just under the bridge to the north.
gordon james
gordon james: I work at the park so quite naturally I will say that the park is great.
Nnamdi Azikiwe
Nnamdi Azikiwe: Our little Washington DC secret.
Marlene Lopez
Marlene Lopez: Peaceful and beautiful
Laura Moreno
Laura Moreno: Nothing better than run/bike/hike to break the work routine in the rock creek park
Kenneth Cintron
Kenneth Cintron: Awesome..!!
Psychic Chevy Chase
Psychic Chevy Chase: Lovers quite time
TC Woodland
TC Woodland: Love it
Jose Gonzalez
Jose Gonzalez: Nice place

2. Cherry Hill Park - Beltsville

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Address: 9800 Cherry Hill Rd, College Park, MD 20740

Telephone: (301) 937-7116

Business type: Campground

Cherry Hill Park: what do users think?
Gigliotti Family
Gigliotti Family: Great RV resort with lots of amenities and close to DC. We stayed for 3 nights over Easter. Sites are a little small but very clean. Bathhouses were close and also very clean. We had planned on going into DC 2 separate days but there was so much to do at the resort and our kids were having so much fun we decided to stay at the campground for 1 of the days instead of going into DC. The transportation offered to the metro was excellent and so convenient! Being novice campers, we forgot a few things but the general store at the campground had everything we needed. The cafe also has excellent food! We will definitely be back!!
Response: Thanks for camping with us - we're happy to hear your family enjoyed the amenities so much! See you next time :)
Desi Jerry
Desi Jerry: The camp grounds was immaculate, bathrooms were clean at all times! We stayed in the premium tent site that were well worth the extra fee. Having the lawn chairs and gazebo was wonderful… Our family will stay here again! Location was close to stores if you needed to pick up groceries. The site also supplied Ice and wood delivery!
Response: We're so glad you enjoyed the premium tent sites - thanks for camping with us, Desi!
Michael Kraxberger
Michael Kraxberger: What a great place! The campgrounds are huge, but because of the segmented areas, it still has a small park feel - depending on where you are located. Some areas are quite tight and look crowded, others a little more spacious. Location is everything - this is 5 minutes from the Metro station (actually 2, we always went to Greenbelt station) which will take you anywhere inside the beltway, several downtown locations, and even to Mt. Vernon. The campground also has several private tours directly into DC - we took the night tour, which was a marked difference in the standard group tour. Grounds - exceptionally maintained. Amenities - beyond expectations. DC highlights seminar at 4:00 every day - fantastic content and helpful advice about the city. 2 pools, Hot tub, and sauna, two laundry rooms, clean, spacious, well-lit bathhouses, kids programs, gated access - all above standard. This is one of the best in the country!
Response: Wow, Michael, thanks so much! We're really glad you were impressed with us, and we hope we helped make your trip to DC everything it could be. Thanks for camping with us!
Angeli
Angeli: Everything was Excellent! The customer service was great. Everyone my husband and I dealt with that worked at the campground was very friendly , helpful and welcoming. The facilities ( Bathhouses) the shower stalls were keep pristine, there were very good water pressure and plenty of hot water. All of the amenities were obviously well maintained, The pool, Splash pad, miniature Golf, Basketball Court. The campground at Cherry Hill Park is a beautiful place with many areas of peaceful tranquility so you can really relax. Also the roadways are well paved and lighted to make driving at night around the campground or even walking around at night quite comfortable. We used a tent and our site #116 was great. plenty of room for our vehicle, tent and lounge chairs. A picnic table and fire was provided. Thank you to everyone at Cherry Hill Campgounds. My husband and I really enjoyed ourselves and are already planning a return trip later this year.
Response: We're so glad you enjoyed your trip, Angeli! Sounds like we'll see you again soon :)
Jeff Dykie
Jeff Dykie: Our family stayed here in a travel trailer. We chose Cherry Hill Park because of how close it is to Washington DC. Cherry Hill is fabulous! We have stayed at many campgrounds and this was one of the nicest. The pride the owners and employees have in this campground is evident when you first enter. There really are no "bad" sites. A lot to do, great store. Went to DC on the express bus, very convenient. We already booked for next summer!
Response: Thanks, Jeff - we're so glad to hear you'll be joining us again next year!
Eric Wolf
Eric Wolf: This was our second trip to Cherry Hill. We were here 5 years ago and stayed in a cabin, that has since been upgraded to a Yurt. This time we came in our own camper. We would highly recommend and will definitely return when we want to visit DC again. The convenience of the location is unbeatable. They do run a bus from the campground to the nearest metro station. We opted to drive our truck to the Greenbelt station and park for a $4.95 flat rate during the week, free on weekends and get a 3 - day metro pass ($28.00) We could not have been happier with this decision. The drive in on weekdays to DC was routinely showing 1 hour on google maps. The Campground has definitely made many improvements since we were last here. The pool is a fun spot, the dog park is great, the mini golf is as good as any that would pay to go to. (there is a $1 fee per person) I was glad to pay as it kept kids from just congregating there. The workers were all very friendly. We ended up in the middle of a large group of campers who told us they were there to party. Party they did, but the campground was on top of them and shut them down promptly at 10 p.m. every day. The bathhouses were clean and maintained, as is the whole campground. It is very well kept up. The store is well stocked with groceries and essentially an RV parts store. The only negative is that there is a fair bit of highway noise, but we were okay with that since we were so close to DC.
Response: Thanks for sharing your experience with us, Eric. We agree that the Metro is the best way to avoid the often traffic-y drive into DC. We are so happy to hear that we were on top of enforcing our quiet hours - we've implemented a ranger program over the past couple of years to address this exact issue, and we're so pleased with our excellent team! We appreciate you camping with us, and we hope we'll see you again next time you're traveling in our area!

3. Greenbelt Campground - Greenbelt

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Address: Riverdale, MD 20737

Telephone: (301) 344-3944

Business type: Campground

Greenbelt Campground: what do users think?
Heather Bowman
Heather Bowman: Upon checking in, realized our site was too small for our tents (a 3 person and a 1 person). We were able to switch sites but then realized the bathrooms were gross. The mens room did not have doors on the stalls which made my 10 year old son uncomfortable. The ranger was incredibly helpful and kind, but we left.
Arndts Aren’t Staying Put
Arndts Aren’t Staying Put: We enjoyed our time at Greenbelt Campground. This affordable option near the District was awesome for exploring the Capitol. Lots of nature and wildlife to explore at this beautiful spot. The only things we didn’t love were the tight fitting campsites, unlevel spaces, and lack of electric hookup options. Still, we recommend this park! We’re the Arndts, a family of four (+2 cats) traveling the US’ state and national parks full time. Follow us on Instagram: @arndts.arent.staying.put
Scott Schroth
Scott Schroth: Awesome camp ground. Very well kept paths and pad suites. Most camp sites have a fire cover they ask you to use for control. The cover is a great aid to help cook food or roast marshmallows. Most site areas have a picnic cable and a standing grill near by each site.
merlemcc
merlemcc: Stayed one night while passing through on a bike trip. Our fellow campers are quiet, but you hear some traffic noise from the city. Our campsite was washed out from heavy rain and unusable; we set up our tents on the pavement. Bathrooms were clean enough, with nice hot water in the shower, but in disrepair. In general, it looks like a park hanging on with a shoestring budget. Ranger was very friendly and took the time to chat with us.
Mirko Abad
Mirko Abad: Very peaceful. Really relaxing is worth the trip and spend a few days.
Waleed AlRayes
Waleed AlRayes: Online and easy booking, amazing place and close to downtown attractions
Sebastien Pilon
Sebastien Pilon: Perfect place to stay if you want to visit the Capitol while camping and having fun!!
Chris
Chris: Great campgrounds! Plenty of drive-in campsites with built-in picnic tables, fire pits, and warm restrooms.

4. National Park Service East Potomac Maintenance Yard - Washington

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Address: 750 Buckeye Dr SW, Washington, DC 20024

Telephone: (202) 359-1480

Business type: National park

National Park Service East Potomac Maintenance Yard: what do users think?
James Walker
James Walker: The Park Service employees do a tremendous job, that a lot of people never think about. When visitors tour Washington, DC events like the Cherry Blossom Festival and parades, just highlight how much extra goes into landscaping, building maintenance, and technical support.
Eric Lewis
Eric Lewis: I love working for the Parkservice.
Clentis Scott
Clentis Scott: Shout outs to those individuals who helped to clean up on and around the World War I I Memorial after last night storm July 19, 2016. I apologized for taking you for granted. Trees and debris removed #Always out thereThank you
Valencia Jackson
Valencia Jackson: The bathroom were disgusting and the women was not open so we had to use the men this is not acceptable
Maxim Lazoutchenkov
Maxim Lazoutchenkov: This is generally our secret parking spots for the basin and the mall.
Thomas Jones
Thomas Jones: Loved it.
Diane Turner
Diane Turner: Lovly

5. Greenbelt Park - Greenbelt

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Address: 6565 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD 20770

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Thu

Telephone: (301) 344-3944

Business type: National park

Greenbelt Park: what do users think?
Rick Sussman
Rick Sussman: Though we lived in the area for nearly 25 years (Montgomery County) this was our first time here. And a wonderful time of year for camping, too, with hardly anybody else here. We spent 5 nights in D loop in our 30 ft travel trailer, using our generator throughout the day and evening as necessary. Our site was just long enough for us, fairly level and open. We spent much of our time outside the park visiting family. And as close to very urban areas as it is, in the back of the campground it almost felt remote. Sunsets were beautiful.
Moving on with Old Man River Old man river
Moving on with Old Man River Old man river: I camped at this national park last night May 4th 2022. I am a tent camper and want certain things. I want a bathroom close. Before you book please know what you are booking. A great number of the camping sites have (for me) too much of a slant. I drove around took the number of different campsites and then booked They charge 20.00 per night and have the discount rate of half price for the disabled card holders. The park is close to Washington DC.
Richard C. IV
Richard C. IV: With miles of unpaved trails meandering through a lush and verdant forest teaming with life, it is easy to forget you are inside the capital beltway. The freshly repaved roads throughout the park are a magnet for road bikes zipping up and down the small hills. Truly a wonderful outdoor oasis in the heart of the DMV.
Favio Urla
Favio Urla: Plenty of parking alway a plus; and benches. No parking or entrance fee. Has a short trail and a long trail (1.4 miles). Pet friendly, but do please pickup after your friends 🐕💩 droppings.
Mike Jones
Mike Jones: Nice park in urban area. Hosted 40 years of Wednesday night bike racing, which is the only reason I go there!
Sean Troxell
Sean Troxell: The roads and parking lots are open again. We had a nice walk with the kiddos on a brisk sunny day.
Stick X
Stick X: Its a nice campground with a nice area and also provides showers (not many campgrounds provide showers). Although, the camping sites are really close to each other and it kinda feels a little weird camping 10 feet away from an entire other family. Although the trails are nice.
Hannah T
Hannah T: Great campsite for our tent camping with kids. Had large lots and no gravel camping pad. We got a no electricity lot that Included water nearby and a shower/bathroom nearby and great trails for walking. We did find a Lone Star Tick on one of our party while at the campgrounds. Hadn’t realized they were in the area.

6. Washington DC / Capitol KOA Holiday - Anne Arundel County

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Address: 768 Cecil Ave N, Millersville, MD 21108

Telephone: (800) 562-0248

Business type: Campground

Washington DC / Capitol KOA Holiday: what do users think?
Nicole Neumann
Nicole Neumann: I would rate this place 0 stars if I could. The staff was not friendly/helpful at ALL. My family and I live in our camper and are just passing through the DC area. Thank GOD it is only a 2 night stay. My kids went to the jump pad and I was sitting outside of my camper watching them, however the staff would not allow that. Even though, there were 3 other kids on the jump pad with no parents in sight. I was at least watching my children. Once the staff decided to tell me they could not jump unless I was STANDING at the fence line, we tried to mention that there were other children up there with no parents around and instead of having a grown up conversation, the staff decided to drive away on their golf cart in the middle of us talking to them. They were extremely rude. The staff is truly watching your every step, so if you like having baby sitters, then by all means, this is the campground for you. On top of the unfriendly staff, the facility is filthy. The pool is now open for the summer and the water is GREEN. You would think after being closed all winter, they would have had it cleaned and ready for opening week. I would NEVER stay here again, nor would I even recommend this campground to my worst enemy.
Mia Fish
Mia Fish: It was good enough for what we needed. It was off season and we were happy to get a place to stay. Our spot wasn’t great due to the size of our rig and the spot was up an incline then we had to go back and forth to find most level spot. Other spots much more level but in all fairness we might have asked for this spot not realizing how it was in real life. Easy to get to in snd out. No narrow barriers. You can unhook right outside check in office. I’d definitely stay again.
MaryBeth L
MaryBeth L: I’ve been a slacker about my reviews but I’m making a point to leave a review because clearly some of the issues haven’t been resolved. We stayed in March. Staff did not make clear what check in process was and i didn’t personally hear from them until I contacted them that there was no hot water in the showers. We were told they were “on the list” and it should be fixed next week and in the mean time to use the showers by the pool. Clearly that hasn’t been resolved. Also - the name is a misnomer because it’s nearly an HOUR to get into the Capitol area most days. I’d stay here again if I had to but it won’t be my first choice. I let them keep 3 stars because the sites were level, they had FHU and facilities - even if they weren’t very useful, and they had a playground.

7. FamCamp - Joint Base Andrews

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Address: 4520 Wheeling Rd, Clinton, MD 20735

Telephone: (301) 981-4109

Business type: Campground

FamCamp: what do users think?
Xavier Lugo
Xavier Lugo: Super Friendly staff... Great location.Sites are tight in the electric only area, however, well sized on the full hookup sections. The park needs some work on both landscaping and the ammenities.
Christopher French
Christopher French: Great place. The staff is friendly, professional, and helpful. I recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. We have a 42ft 5th wheel and got full hookups. There are trees all around, and we heard a few jets in the morning, but we slept in a bit.
J
J: Recent rate change to $45 per night full hook up. Camp is neglected. Camp host runs the place. No on site government employees. Hard to get ahold of anyone to make reservations. Calls are not returned. Operational Hours are limited for Famcamp staff. Famcamp employees are off site and do not know what is going on at camp. Numerous empty slabs available but we are full. Go figure. Campers clean laundry room and bath house. No government contracts for that? Appears there is no competent leadership in the our door recreation office or in the FSS.
Hope Cico
Hope Cico: Not bad for a fam camp. Nothing fancy. Wish there was a playground close by or paved roads, so the kids could have played more.
r k
r k: Fantastic experience. Denise and the camp host were extremely helpful, professional, friendly and overall awesome! The facility is clean, organized and close to DC. Uber allowed on base for easy transport. Highly recommend!!

8. Rock Creek Park - Washington

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Address: 5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington, DC 20008

Telephone: (202) 895-6000

Business type: National park

Rock Creek Park: what do users think?
Maame N
Maame N: Great picnic areas. Spacious and clean spaces. Bathrooms were relatively clean for a park. No funky smell, well lit, and ac controlled. Kayaking, pedal boat, and row boat available on the lake. Playgrounds are really nice. Home/bike trail available too.
Esther Y
Esther Y: You can park anywhere with a picnic area. However, traffic can get pretty bad during the day. Lots of trees! There is also a biking path on the side :)
Rosie C
Rosie C: A great place to hike especially during the fall. There are different routes you can take all ranging in distance and intensity. Make sure you get back to your car before dark.
Jessica Long
Jessica Long: Beautiful paved trails. Wooded trails that were by the creek. It wasn’t the clearest which direction to go to stay in the main wooded region because there weren’t easily accessible or visualized signs with route maps. But lots of ground to discover.
EDP
EDP: Love this park. I wish I had more time to discover more of the location. There’s one section closed off to traffic which made it much more enjoyable.

9. Camp Gan Israel - Washington, DC - Washington

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Address: 2110 Leroy Pl NW, Washington, DC 20008

Telephone: (202) 213-2951

Business type: Camp

Camp Gan Israel - Washington, DC: what do users think?
Menachem Amar
Menachem Amar: Some of the most incredible staff I have ever met!! Keep it up!!

10. Great Falls Park - Great Falls

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Address: 9200 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA 22102

Telephone: (703) 757-3101

Business type: National park

Great Falls Park: what do users think?
Credible Critic
Credible Critic: A beautiful park, well-maintained featuring its natural attributes splendidly. The observation areas are well situated for everyone, including the physical-challenged people. Many shaded areas for families to picnic or just simply taking a break to take in the views. We really enjoyed walking, hiking along the river trail. The trail took us right to the edges of many cliffs, showing the spectacular views of the water. A great area to enjoy nature, just a few steps from the hustle of the city. A must visit in the DC area.
Parker Kelley
Parker Kelley: Very fun experience and atmosphere ! I was thrilled to see that they do military discount upon entry. Finding parking was a little tough due to the amount of spots they have available. The park itself, including the bathrooms and walkways, were clean. They had a food truck serving different types of foods and drinks. The views of the waterfall is amazing & the hiking trails also has great views. I will definitely be back.
Jessica Alva
Jessica Alva: This place is beautiful! You only need to be a walker to experience its beauty. Lots of paved trails. However, there are pathways you can take that are also clearly marked. Plenty of placards to indicate what happened or what is going on at certain locations. There are the overviews of the falls; personally I liked overview 1 best, as it is the closest to the falls!
armaan Khan
armaan Khan: Great place to visit. $20 per car entry fee. The pass is good for a week. Plenty of parking. Multiple view points. Trails is not harsh. White river rafting available. Rocky trail towards the end. There are snakes and spiders along the trail busy over the weekend. The currents are really dangerous. The water is calm near the beginning of the trail. Must experience it.
Steffanny Leiva
Steffanny Leiva: What a beautiful place to go for a walk! you really enjoy the view and the constant noise of the water throughout the trail. It is a place that I recommend visiting on weekdays, on weekends many people go and you cannot appreciate the true beauty of the Billy Goat trail.
Da-Wang Wu
Da-Wang Wu: There are three overlooks, and each of them has a great view. Although it’s an easy hike, I would recommend wearing comfortable shoes since there are still some rocks and ups and downs. The first overlook is just next to the visitor center, and the other two are within 10 minutes by walking. The entrance fee is $20, and National park pass can be used here. When the weather is good, parking lots can be filled up quickly. Highly recommend for a half/full day trip!
Jeff Kale
Jeff Kale: Well maintained National Park on the Virginia side of the Potomac River with breathtaking views of the falls and numerous hiking trails. Picnic area near the Visitor Center with charcoal grills and there was a Food Truck there today. Park entrance fees are $20 per vehicle unless you purchase an annual pass for $35 or have a Lifetime Pass. Great family fun!

11. Fort Foote Park - Fort Washington

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Address: 8915 Fort Foote Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 9AM Thu

Telephone: (301) 763-4600

Business type: National park

Fort Foote Park: what do users think?
Carlton Willis
Carlton Willis: The park is one of the best in the area with the exception that trails can be blocked by falling trees and the grass tends to get too high during the summer. A little maintenance by the NPS and this does up to 5 stars, especially with the addition of interpretive signs a couple of years ago.
Tia Wheeler
Tia Wheeler: This is a nice park for walking, but aside from a few markers and two cannons there is not much regarding the fort. There are some nice views across the river to Alexandria.
Iveth Garcia
Iveth Garcia: I really do love it here. It’s one of my happy places. I well say though, there are days were you find the unexpected. Some good and sometimes smelly unexpected. It’s a very nice place to get your feet wet and maybe fish. I brought my kids here the other day. You do have to keep in mind it’s probably 20 something minute walk from the car to the beach area. It’s has very nice historical sites to see. A lot of hiking!
Heman Gharibnejad
Heman Gharibnejad: It’s a bit strange to have a national park in the middle of a neighborhood. The area is not so well kept. But the giant guns are a real treat. Despite seeing pictures of them I was still shocked by their size and location. This is a very unique place.
Marleen Greenleaf
Marleen Greenleaf: Great location for a walk or hike, but be prepared to be bombarded with bugs and cobwebs on the trail.
Samuel Christiansen
Samuel Christiansen: This place is local and convenient for a quick hike. The cannons are cool. The trail down to the river both ways is nice. Saw a lot of deer, and I was able to get close. However, there is prevalent trash. This is clearly the result of people who have no stake in this place, or their own community, which is sad.. Not a bad spot for a quick workout hike and to see the cannons. It is a shame that a few bad and lazy people make it nasty for everyone else..
Lyssa McEachern
Lyssa McEachern: My favorite park to bring the dogs! It’s quiet and the other trailgoers are so sweet and friendly. My favorite part is the beach at the end of the trail!!
Keryn Ahmed
Keryn Ahmed: We walked through with our bikes September 2019. The highlights were the water views, eating paw-paws that had recently fallen, and the scenic beach at the North end.

12. George Washington Memorial Parkway - McLean

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Address: 700 George Washington Memorial Pkwy, McLean, VA 22101

Telephone: (703) 289-2500

Business type: National park

George Washington Memorial Parkway: what do users think?
Kevin Spann
Kevin Spann: Considering all the construction throughout the DMV, the Parkway is great access to Montgomery County without traveling through the city. However, listening to a GPS and trying to navigate was challenging. The best part is there was always a work around. There are scenic overlooks that are definitely worth visiting.
elvia hernandez
elvia hernandez: One of my favorite places to visit. You get the best views of DC minus the traffic. There is parking so visiting is just a breeze. It’s great for walking with the family and kids as traffic is always less than 15 mph so everyone is safe. You can picnic and enjoy a nice day under the trees as well
Brian Copes
Brian Copes: Let’s start with parking first. If you plan on hiking the turkey run and heritage trail than make sure you park in lot C1. I repeat park in lot C1. My friend and I didn’t do trail research prior and we ended up parking in lot B. There was no long hiking trail from parking lot B. This park has tons of open restrooms which is rare in my opinion. Great place to have a moderate level hike near the Potomac River. I think we were on two separate trails this afternoon so this park does provide variety. The park has park benches and plenty of open field space for any outdoor activities. I loved the little stream that runs through the trail. It seems like a popular dog walking Park as well. I would recommend experiencing the park but please do your trail research ahead of time for a better experience.
Todd S
Todd S: Wonderful road, some of the scenic overlooks are over grown and obstruct the view. However timing is everything here. We came into Washington on a Thursday around 3-5pm traffic was great going into DC but leaving was bottle necked for miles. We left DC Sunday afternoon and the traffic again was great by coming in was heavy but moving

13. Meridian Hill Park - Washington

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Address: 16th St NW &, W St NW, Washington, DC 20009

Telephone: (202) 895-6000

Business type: Park

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Shay Wright
Shay Wright: This park is beautiful 🤩 it has educational information about local plants and you can even purchase them. The park is larger than I expected with garden grounds and a pond.
Leslie Williston
Leslie Williston: this place is great for dog and people watching! could use some freshly planted grass though as it’s a bit dry and dirt like. overall fun times here!
Shannon Curvey
Shannon Curvey: Nice park! Great place for an impromptu yoga class!...Wonder why the name changed to Meridian Hill?
Ashley Deck
Ashley Deck: Wonderful park. Stunning architecture. Great people. The drum circle is just the icing on the cake. Such a heartwarming vibe 💗
Ryan Conklin
Ryan Conklin: Malcolm X Memorial Park (how you’ll hear most DC residents refer to it) is a gem of a green space in the beautiful Adam’s Morgan neighborhood. Kissed my beautiful girlfriend here, 10/10 experience, we go regularly and so does half the neighborhood. Great sense of community and good jugglers, a taste of a European city in DC.
María VC
María VC: Every Sunday afternoon there is a “drum circle” playing! Dozens of people come to watch, dance or play their own drums. You can also have a picnic or take a nap under the trees. Lovely park!!

14. Buck's Fishing & Camping - Washington

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Address: 5031 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 5PM Thu

Telephone: (202) 364-0777

Business type: Restaurant

Buck's Fishing & Camping: what do users think?
Crystal Hailstorks
Crystal Hailstorks: Walked up on this place four minutes before they opened. They requested that we wait outside for a while. Perhaps to finish pre-shift. Fine. Everything was fairly tasty. The cornmeal fried oysters were a hit with my cousin and I. The wedge salad had a tart/citrus but savory taste to it. Topped with yummy thick cut bacon. Entrees were sort of bland. I enjoyed the cauliflower purée and sprouts. However, the scallops had a rough texture to them. I’m not exactly sure why they tasted rough/dry. Usually scallops have a soft, buttery taste to them. My cousin did enjoy the lemon caper sauce. I’d say the sauce was enjoyable. We also ordered the crab cakes, please order with caution. They aren’t lump crab, if you’re a local. No pic because the dish did not look appetizing. Reason I’m rating this place a two is because I go to restaurants for more than ambiance. I go for food and service. The server was nice and knowledgeable. He neglected to inform me that he charged me twice after we requested a split check. My cousin paid and tipped in cash. After calling the manager tonight when I noticed, she said she couldn’t find the check. I told her I can email everything to her. I asked for email address and she told me it was on the website. Second inconvenience. I went to website and there’s no email address. There’s nothing about this place that would make me return after the manager on duty’s communication with me. Do better.
CA PA
CA PA: Food is okay but $5-$10 overpriced for the delivery. Skip the “caesar salad” which is romaine stems with dressing. Drinks are okay but uninspired. The ambiance is great, both inside and outside.
Soumeya B.
Soumeya B.: Lovely neighborhood joint with a Brooklyn vibe. Laid back, excellent food and interesting art. I had the steak, and the tomato salad, both were great. My companions had the burger, carrot dip and meatballs. The meatballs were too rubbery (over-ground) but everything else was great. The carrot cake was one of the best I have had as well.
Alyx Henry
Alyx Henry: I had the Impossible Burger which came with fries and ketchup and I added cheddar cheese to the burger. The burger looked and tasted so real but it was definitely all plant based. The french fries were amazing. Our waiter asked if we wanted any ketchup, mustard, or anything else. I asked for the mustard and it was Dijon, very delicious!
Matthew Henry
Matthew Henry: Wow! The French fries are to die for. The fish melts in your mouth. And the butternut squash soup is delicious. What a very unique place. Canoes in the ceiling, bread on the table, very good.
Anne Tax
Anne Tax: My family went to this restaurant last night. The food was delicious. However the service was terrible. The waitress was rude and ungracious.
Justin Johnston
Justin Johnston: An adult male who I believe to be the manager tried to lure my young son(7yrs) to the bathroom away from our family by saying they had a bowl of candy in there and to come with him. I filed a complaint and police report with no response.
Savannah Morgan
Savannah Morgan: Cute little mom and pop style place! Nice atmosphere, yummy food, good drinks and great service but a bit expensive for what you get which is why I gave it 4 stars. Overall I would recommend this place!

15. Oak Ridge Campground - Prince William County

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Address: 6975 Oak Ridge Rd, Triangle, VA 22172

Telephone: (703) 221-7181

Business type: Campground

Oak Ridge Campground: what do users think?
Lotta Danielsson
Lotta Danielsson: One of the nicest campgrounds in the DC area. Sites are well maintained, as are the restroom and shower facilities, and the sites are fairly large and well separated. Loop C is best for privacy and tent camping, Loop B for groups, and Loop A for RVs and campers (no electric hookups). Campground is near several trails and has easy access to the bike paths. Note that you have to pay for park entrance separately from the camping reservation. It’s a bit of a drive to get to the campground from the park entrance, so work that into your schedule.
Mike Colie
Mike Colie: Great secluded camping. No hookups but the restrooms are clean with very nice showers. All sites are paved, great tables and fire rings. Spacious sites.
Jessica Kirschner
Jessica Kirschner: Camped two nights at spot C03, Loop C which was very pleasant. Campsites to the left and right are close and there is no privacy but spot backs up to a field.
Eric (Briteidea08)
Eric (Briteidea08): Girlfriend and I stayed here this past weekend. Really nice place! Got there a little late. Setup quickly. Then foraged for kindling and wood.Apparently there’s a 7-11 down the road that sells wood. We didn’t find out unto the following morning. Mostly because the visitor center was closed.
Chad Goyette
Chad Goyette: Excellent campground with clean bathrooms and showers.
Bill Fekete
Bill Fekete: This is a very pretty campground with many nice campsites. It is designed for tents. We went with a small RV. Our bad. This campground is not set up for RVs. There is separate RV camping, however it is located outside the park itself. If we come back we will probably stay there. If you do come with a RV make sure it is small. Ours is 21 foot and we were able to find a site that worked. There is no water available to connect or fill so be sure your water tank is full before you arrive. There are 3 bathrooms. One has been upgraded with showers and is beautiful. The other 2 bathrooms are sort of dumpy, but functional. There are trails that start at the campground. Even though it was fairly full when we were there it is very quiet at night. No electricity or RVs so that is probably part of the reason. During the day you get to hear the constant target practice from Quantico but it is not too annoying. there is no firewood nor ice available and it is a pretty good drive back to town so prepare for that as well.

16. Headfirst Camps - Washington

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Address: 2639 Connecticut Ave NW #250, Washington, DC 20008

Telephone: (202) 625-1921

Business type: Camp

17. Polite Piggy's Day Camp - Washington

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Address: 1001 G St SE, Washington, DC 20003

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 7AM Thu

Telephone: (202) 709-8976

Business type: Camp

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Morrell Miles
Morrell Miles: Polite Piggy’s Day Camp is like a family for my child and an added resource for me. Polite Piggy’s Day Camp is an organization that really cares for children and is a place where my daughter feels safe and it it adds value to the school experience. The staff is truly supportive, engaged, and connected to the families to promote growth to the children they service. When my child is with Polite Piggy’s Day Camp I know she well taken care of socially, emotionally, and scholastically. I am greatly appreciative of Polite Piggy’s Day Camp. Morrell Miles Parent Educator
Response: Thank you for your kind words, Morrell. We are so happy to hear you feel your child is taken care of with us. We love spending time with your daughter!

18. Sidwell Summer - Washington

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Address: 3825 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Thu

Telephone: (202) 537-8133

Business type: Camp

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Deanna Monique
Deanna Monique: The staff has THE BEST customer service that I have ever experienced. You can tell that they truly love their careers. I am just beside myself with their level of professionalism and assistance.
Munda Moriba
Munda Moriba: Awesome employees, great for children, camp setting and learning atmosphere.
Oluseyi Segun
Oluseyi Segun: Friendly, invested staff, with great management of the camp programs.
massa pt
massa pt: Kids loved it!
Dominique Beatty
Dominique Beatty: Nice campus
Luther Hoy
Luther Hoy: (Translated by Google) Yehahhhhh(Original)Yehahhhhhh

19. West Potomac Park - Washington

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Address: 2912 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20418

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 6AM Thu

Telephone: (202) 426-6841

Business type: Park

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I SLAY ALL DAY TRAVEL The Solo Traveler
I SLAY ALL DAY TRAVEL The Solo Traveler: I’m born and raised in DC and never been to West Potomac Park. Glad I came here to participate in the activities. This was for the Something in the Water Gospel event. It was a pop up church service and free! I love my city DC. 🙏🏿❤️
John Thompson
John Thompson: Actually, I met several US Park Police officers when I was stopped for driving 31 mph in a 15 mph area. I often drive through the park to access 395. Officers were great and professional. I was polite and guilty. Still got a 100.00 ticket for not having registration and insurance card in vehicle. The best part is that they did not keep the THC gummy bears on the front seat.
Michael B
Michael B: A really great spot for social and intramural sports, but it is kind of hard to navigate to. Be prepared to make your way through hoards of mall tourists and find limited cabi bike parking.
Mina F.
Mina F.: Amazing place. I don’t know why the world’s is getting worse. Why we don’t Lear about this people again
Michael Gast
Michael Gast: Love this park. We did the lime scooters and had a blast. It is amazing to see all the monuments up close.
Patricia Zimath
Patricia Zimath: The Cherry blossom blooming are amazing
Abhijit Ahir
Abhijit Ahir: Loved the scenery and the quiet here! Great if you run or do long walks everyday. A little far away from the hustle-bustle of the Capitol area but definitely worth it. Just park your car in this lush green park, take a stroll alongside the beautiful Potomac river, and breathe some clean, fresh air!
Yadsendewodtitahw With Cheryl
Yadsendewodtitahw With Cheryl: Great event given by Pharrel Williams pop up church great success . Secure.. no biting mosquitos ect. Clean
Ryan Lemmer
Ryan Lemmer: Incredible spot to see the cherry blossoms. Well worth getting there early to get a spot. The area is safe and parking is reasonable.

20. United States National Arboretum - Washington

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Address: 3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

Schedule: Closed ⋅ Opens 8AM Thu

Telephone: (202) 245-2726

Business type: Arboretum

United States National Arboretum: what do users think?
Eduardo Moser
Eduardo Moser: We visited during cherry blossom days. They have a great variety of cherry trees and magnolias. It is a complement to know different cherry blossoms from those of the Tidal Basin. There is no proper public transportation, so the place is fairly free of tourists. We came to this place by car on the recommendation of a friend who lives in DC. The Bonsai collection is amazing. There is much to walk and explore. On a plain they have mounted the original columns of the Capitol. Bring some snacks and drinks, because there is no service in the place. Access and parking is free.
Da-Wang Wu
Da-Wang Wu: We came here in late April, and the Azalea blossoming was pretty amazing! Walking on the trail with the Azalea blossoming along the way was very nice. Parking inside the park can be tricky, so we parked in the lot right next to the entrance and walked 5-10 minutes to the main campus. Overall, it’s a beautiful place, and I would definitely come back.
CJ
CJ: Depending on when you visit the US National Arboretum, something different is peaking. In mid April, the fruit trees were just past peak, but the lilacs shrubs were close to full bloom. As I strolled thru the lilac grove, the soft lilac fragrance permeated the air. One of the US National Arboretum’s most prominent and a little puzzling landmarks is the old Corinthian National Capitol Columns residing on the Ellipse Meadow. The US National Arboretum was not the column’s intended home when they were quarried back in the early 1800s. Originally, the columns were built as a part of the east portico of the US Capitol Building now located about 3 miles away from the US National Arboretum. By the 1860s, when the dome of the Capitol was completed, the columns were deemed inadequate to support the new dome. It wouldn’t be until the mid 1980s before the columns would find their final home at the US National Arboretum. Twenty-two of the original 24 columns are on majestic display in Ellipse Meadow. During our trip to the US National Arboretum in mid April, the Azaleas were just starting to bud and bloom. So no good pictures this trip. Peak time for the Azalea garden at the arboretum is late April. I hear the Azaleas are a beautiful sight when the hillside is painted with splotches of different colors.
Karthikeyan Rajaram
Karthikeyan Rajaram: Luck is when you run into a beautiful place like this without planning. Better luck is when you get into it in the company of a person who used to volunteer at this place. We didn’t really plan to be at the arboretum, considering that the Spring is still not Springy enough. We had seen enough of Cherry Blossoms in the Tidal basin area that we thought we could do something else. We just made it to this place on recommendation from one of our relatives, who also accompanied us. Since he was a volunteer here, he helped us navigate and gave us so much insights about the different kinds of plants, flowers, bonsais and the what the lovely people who work here, do. We drove around this place and still got to see more cherry blossoms, along with different other species of flora. The enchanting Bonsai museum is a must visit as it did take our breathes away. The old columns of the capitol and the grove of different state trees are some of the special features of this place. The flowers were not in full blossom and we definitely look forward to checking this place again in summer.
Logan Heilman
Logan Heilman: Visited for the Bonsai event they were having and had a blast. All the vendors were great and the museums bonsai and penjing exhibit was phenomenal. Will definitely be back.
Elisabeth “Beth” Ostrander
Elisabeth “Beth” Ostrander: We only had about an hour and headed to the bonsai area. Wow! To see living gifts from Japan and China that were started and cared for since before the birth of our nation was truly outstanding. Befitting our National Arboretum! Will return to see more treasures!

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