WHEN YOU GO:
Location: The Rock Creek Nature Center is at 5200 Glover Road NW in the District.
Directions: From the Beltway, take River Road south for 4.2 miles. Turn left on Western Avenue and right on Military Road. Enter Rock Creek Park and make a left on Glover Road.
Hours: The center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. It is closed New Year’s Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Admission: Free
Parking: Free parking in lot
Note: There is a small gift shop that sells nature-themed items. Picnic tables are available on the grounds.
More information: Call 202/895-6070 or visit www.nps.gov/rocr/naturecenter
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