Fort Dupont Park
7.5Locals Score / 10#10 of 12 Parks & Outdoors in Washington, DC
free
Known forNPSCivil WarSoutheast DClocal favorite
A large, forested NPS park in far Southeast DC built around a Civil War earthwork fortification, offering miles of wooded trails, an ice arena, athletic fields, and a summer outdoor concert series. It is one of the largest parks in DC and remains largely unknown to tourists, making it a genuine local retreat. The summer Fort Dupont Summer Concert Series is a beloved free community tradition. The park is spread out and requires a car or bike to fully explore.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.5/10- Value9.5
- Iconic5.0
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level3.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility5.5
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