Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., the 1,754-acre Rock Creek Park is a true urban oasis. An incredible retreat from the city, the park offers visitors a variety of ways to enjoy the greenery, from tennis and hiking to kayaking and horseback riding. Traverse trails, some of which are paved, or bike from the Lincoln Memorial all the way up to Maryland. The park is also home to the National Park Service’s only planetarium, as well as an 18th century mill.
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Since becoming one of the first federally managed parks in the United States in 1890, Rock Creek Park has been a green oasis in the heart of Washington DC. Covering an astounding 1,700 acres, Rock Creek is larger even than New York’s Central Park. Nature lovers exploring its grounds may catch a glimpse of some of its residents: the white-tailed deer; red foxes, or even coyote. Hikers enjoy more than 32 miles of trails, while cyclists can follow a paved path all the way to the Lincoln Memorial.
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