Best National Parks Near Washington DC | Scenic Trails & Nature
Discover the best national parks near DC with hiking trails, wildlife, and scenic landscapes. Perfect for outdoor lovers and families.
10 Places in Best National Parks Near Washington DC | Scenic Trails & Nature
Discover protected natural landscapes filled with wildlife, scenic trails, and breathtaking views. National parks are perfect for hiking, camping, and connecting with nature.
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Washington Monument Grounds
Landscaped gardens around an obelisk. Outdoor theater & a friendship garden in parkland surrounding the landmark Washington Monument.
National Mall
Historic memorial parks on a promenade. Washington Monument plus memorials to Lincoln, MLK, FDR, WWII & Vietnam vets along a grassy mall.
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
United States National Arboretum
Plants galore, plus a museum & picnics. Free to visitors, this outdoor space boasts trees, shrubs, & plants, plus a picnic area & museum.
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Historic route connected to Mount Vernon. Scenic historic thoroughfare along the Potomac River that connects Mount Vernon to McLean.
Nationals Park
Major League Baseball stadium. 41,546-seat venue is the home field to Major League Baseball's Washington Nationals.
Fort Washington Park
Historic location with relics & trails. Historic, early 19th-century battlements & war relics plus nature trails, fishing & picnicking.
Kingman And Heritage Islands Park
River island with a bluegrass festival. Man-made island in the Anacostia River offering rustic trails & an annual bluegrass festival.
