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EXPLORE D.C. | | | | | | | Fairlawn Ave
Washington,
DC
20019
202-472-3884 | | | | | Description: Need to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life? This park provides over 1,200 acres of opportunity for relaxation and recreational activities. This area was once called Uniontown, a place where freed slaves came to settle. Today it provides the chance for city-dwellers to play tennis or basketball, hike, boat or play golf. Picnic tables and concession stands are readily available.
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| 7315 Ox Rd
Fairfax Station,
VA
22039
703-323-6601 | | | | | Description: FAIRFAX. For practically any athletic pursuit, this park fits the bill. With a golf course, running trails, a course designed for frisbee golf, hiking areas, and plenty of open grassy areas, you are sure to find a lovely place to blow off some steam. Picnic facilities, volleyball courts, and even a carousel are sure to keep you occupied. Perfect for a romantic stroll or a family outing, the park has a 218-acre lake popular for fishing, boating and rowing; boats and equipment are available for rent. Before you leave, swing by the on-site ice cream parlor.
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| C & O Canal National Historic Park1057 Thomas Jefferson St NW
Washington,
DC
20016
202-653-5190 | | | | | Description: GEORGETOWN. In 1828, this canal was built to connect DC with the West. Numerous obstacles arose, causing construction to cease in 1850. The canal stretched only to Cumberland, Maryland. Today, the grounds are maintained by the federal government, providing a quiet place for people to relax. Canoeing, jogging, biking and kayaking are popular activities in the area. METRO: Foggy Bottom
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| 900 Ohio Dr SW
Washington,
DC
20242
202-426-6841 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Located close to the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, these impressive gardens provide a peaceful getaway during a day of sightseeing. Paddleboats are available to rent for a refreshing view of the large lake, which is home to a variety of geese and ducks. Visitors are encouraged to visit the colorful Tulip Library and Tidal Basin. METRO: Foggy Bottom or Smithsonian
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| Fountainhead Regional Park10875 Hampton Rd
Fairfax Station,
VA
22039
703-250-9124 | | | | | Description: FAIRFAX. Commune with nature at this peaceful park, which seems far removed from the hustle and bustle of the city. Known for mountain biking trails and great hiking, visitors can also fish, play miniature golf, or enjoy a picnic along the shores of Lake Occoquan. Don't miss the view of the reservoir from the observation deck at Fountainhead.
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| LBJ Memorial Grove and Lady Byrd Johnson Park14th St
Washington,
DC
20011
202-673-7660 | | | | | Description: COLUMBIA ISLAND. This park, located along the banks of the Potomac River, provides peaceful surroundings for visitors to relax while being rejuvenated by the pleasant views of Washington. A massive granite memorial to Lyndon B. Johnson stands in the center of the park and is admired by many. Picnic tables make this a great spot for an outdoor lunch, and paved trails make it ideal for a quiet walk.
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| E Capitol St SE
Washington,
DC
20003
202-690-5185 | | | | | Description: CAPITOL HILL. An area within the city limits that provides a place for locals and visitors to walk, jog or picnic. A statue of Mary McLeod Bethune, founder of the National Council of Negro Women, is located here, and a number of restaurants and interesting shops line the periphery. METRO: Union Station
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| R St NW
Washington,
DC
20008
| | | | | Description: GEORGETOWN. Relaxation and recreation await in the peaceful surroundings of this park. Adults taking a break from work, children just out of school, and tourists looking for a sunny place to take a break all congregate here to take advantage of the playgrounds, play tennis or have a picnic lunch. Additional amenities include a maze made out of boxwoods, and a cobblestone path known as Lover's Lane. Located between Dumbarton Oaks Park, Rock Creek Park, and Oak Hill Cemetery.
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| Theodore Roosevelt Island and Memorial
Arlington,
VA
22309
703-289-2510 | | | | | Description: ROSSLYN. Tranquil fountains and 90 acres of natural surroundings fittingly frame the statue honoring Teddy Roosevelt. This park provides an opportunity for visitors to enjoy the natural environment Roosevelt strived so fervently to conserve. Joggers enjoy the trails, and the Potomac is perfect for a leisurely day of fishing or boating. On warm days, locals show up here with a good book and a picnic lunch, seeking refuge from the city. METRO: Rosslyn
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| United States Botanic Garden100 Maryland Ave SW
Washington,
DC
20024
202-225-8333 | | | | | Description: NATIONAL MALL. Step out of the modern world and into a lush paradise, where controlled climates allow plants to thrive as they would naturally. Since the mid-1800s, a wide variety of specimens has been acquired for conservation efforts, including medicinal plants and rare and exotic flora from the tropics. After touring the conservatory, pay a visit to Bartholdi Park, where you'll find fragrant flower beds and a historic fountain by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, designer of the Statue of Liberty. Contact the Botanic Garden for its calendar of special exhibits and outdoor concerts. METRO: Federal Center SW
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