Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Washington

Bikabout • January 27, 2017The Yards splash pad is right off the Anacostia River Trail and proximal to Ice Cream Jubilee. This is one of the coolest public spaces in the world. Travel guide - www.bikabout.com/washington-dc

Bikabout • January 27, 2017Anacostia's River Walk Trail starts at The Yards, a beautiful public park. Travel guide - www.bikabout.com/washington-dc

Chihi Y. • June 26, 2013Good music, yummy food trucks and refreshing water fountains :)

David G. • March 20, 2011Take the tour starting at Eastern Market Metro. It's a walking tour. Look for the signs

Tai F. • October 3, 2013SPECIAL FOURSQUARE MAYORAL PROCLAMATION: I, as duly-recognized 4sq Mayor of this park hereby designate all children who wish to play here as "Essential." Hop the fence and play nicely.

Dave S. • March 4, 2012Free parking around the park for zone 6 permits.

Gelinda • August 7, 2013The walk on the trail was great and the view of the sunset amazing. I saw a family of deer, geese and ducks plus two rabbits. And the cool air off the river helped me to keep it moving.

Ray Y. • March 9, 2012Seward Square is the section of Washington, DC where Reilly's Rangers' Compound is located.

foodie h. • August 15, 2010Check out the 'Summer In the City' concert series! Gather your friends, pack a picnic and grab a chair/blanket. It's fun, FREE and family-friendly. www.nps.gov/ncro/publicaffairs/summerinthecity.htm

ShannonRenee M. • August 29, 2010When taking a leisurely ride on DC Cruises, get their Painkiller signature drink.

Cristian M. • August 15, 2013Amazing view and great place to relax

Tim S. • February 4, 2012When leaving Madison ... Pedestrians to the LEFT! When leaving Jefferson/Adams ... Pedestrians to the RIGHT! Don't get hit by moving equipment!

Father M. • April 12, 2012Look for the statue in the house connecting corridor on the 2nd floor. C'est moi!

Anthony T. • October 3, 2014Waiting for Cheerleading season show off!!

Rachel A. • April 5, 2010Fantastic place to eat lunch when it's nice out! Also good for impromptu coworker frisbee games.

Dee C. • July 2, 2016Great breeze....not animal lover but nice to be under shade and QUIET

Adam N. • November 23, 2013I'm told they only give public tours of this area when the expected attendance is low, for fire code reasons. November and January, a according to the guide.

Amber L. • January 31, 2012The best beauty supply store on the corner..the old mortons!! Great sales

Addam M. • October 5, 2011Run around like a wild dog!!! Go doggie! GO!

Eric W. • September 24, 2013At dawn and dusk, breathe in the nose out of the mouth. The tiny bugs can be a trial in mid and late Summer.

Thomas L. • October 4, 2011Try to take the freight elevator to the 3rd floor of mp2 or else you have to listen all the CSC employees try to use their cell phones

Maggie M. • September 8, 2022Decent flat loop trail near Nats Stadium.

Biz T. • May 27, 2017Great view of an old buidling

Dan M. • April 13, 2013Awesome picnic spot, but needs a few places to sit. DC parks dept, get on it!