Rock Creek Park

"(Photos are from October) We visited this lovely place in October and went for a walk with our dogs through the "Boulder Bridge Loop." While we enjoyed the scenery and fresh air, we noticed that some people had left litter on the trail. So, we took a small trash bag with us and cleaned up the area. On weekends, the place can be a bit crowded with people. Nonetheless, it was a pleasant experience overall."

"One of my favorite parks on the east coast. I feel as though this park is very dynamic. Many different routes you can choose, short or long. There’s historical sights throughout, picnic areas and a Zoo. Not to mention the activities Horseback riding Golfing Tennis courts Kayaking Biking Hiking Jogging And more. My point is, this park offers something for everyone. If you’re visiting the area this is a great place to venture out to before the museums open up. If you are visiting, the zoo is free. I do believe you do have to reserve a spot online but I could be mistaken. A good hiking trail would be Southern Loop via Western Ridge Trail, Rock Creek, ValleyTrail."

"One of DC's most overlooked gems. Especially in the autumn, Rock Creek Park is just unbelievable. Plenty of hiking and biking paths, picnic areas, and vistas to cover whatever kind of park experience is desired. So grateful to live so nearby."

"Beautiful park, quite vast so you won't run out of trails to trek on or areas to go. I enjoyed it and would certainly come back to see more of the area."

"My friends and I were visiting Washington and accidentally stumbled upon this park and it was a great place to visit. The fall scenery is beautiful and the sound of the stream is relaxing. And it's really a great place for sketching! You can find stunning compositions here at any time. The beauty of the scenery here doesn't even require any artistry. The air is fantastic and it's a great place to go if you want to run or do a hike. And along the road we found a lot of mushrooms, so if you like picking mushrooms, come here."