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    Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium

    9 Reviews
    #223 of 472 things to do in Washington DC
    Nature & Wildlife Areas, Nature & Parks
    5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington DC, DC 20015-1008
    +1 202-895-6070
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    “Shady Summer Hikes”

    This is a great place to hike and bike with many trails shaded by a canopy of trees, hiking trails... read more

    Reviewed 10 July 2017
    Booktraveler587
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    Silver Spring, Maryland
    “Great place to visit with grandkids”

    My grandkids (8 and 11) gave me a trip to the Ri9ck Creek Nature Center and Planetarium for... read more

    Reviewed 14 February 2017
    Donald B
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    Bethesda, MD
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    4.5
    9 reviews
    • Excellent33%
    • Very good67%
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    10 Jul 2017
    “Shady Summer Hikes”
    13 Feb 2017
    “Great place to visit with grandkids”
    Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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    5200 Glover Rd NW, Washington DC, DC 20015-1008
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    +1 202-895-6070
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    Reviewed 10 July 2017
    Shady Summer Hikes

    This is a great place to hike and bike with many trails shaded by a canopy of trees, hiking trails without bikes but maybe a few horses from the nearby stable. Walk along the creek, some slight elevations but mostly pretty flat. Picnic tables in...More

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    Reviewed 14 February 2017
    Great place to visit with grandkids

    My grandkids (8 and 11) gave me a trip to the Ri9ck Creek Nature Center and Planetarium for Christmas. Went lst weekend and had a fine time. The Nature Center has exhibits of local animals and plants quite well done with good explanations. The Planetarium...More

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    Reviewed 26 November 2016 via mobile
    Thanksgiving weekend

    Perfect for families. Went with young grandchildren and their parents. Nicely installed and designed up-to-date educational exhibits of local/native flora and fauna, including some live animals and plants. Very helpful park ranger who gave information about hiked in the park. Fabulous stable nearby too.

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    Reviewed 16 March 2016
    Great Urban Hiking

    Rock Creek Park has a wonderful nature Center for adults and young children, lots of picnic areas, a stables, and many opportunities to hike in varied parts of the park. What's wonderful for hikers is, not only the park's proximity to several key roads and...More

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    Reviewed 25 January 2016
    Nice quiet getaway

    Even though close to the typical DC noise and crowds, the park offers a nice opportunity for some solitude and quiet. Definitely; worth the time to venture and explore the well-laid out trail system. For extra assurance, I would suggest visiting the park during daytime...More

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    Reviewed 13 January 2016
    Wooded sanctuary with trails

    We were hoping to get some good photos of the scenery, but it was not the right time of the year. However, summer or fall would be beautiful. The attendant at the nature center was helpful and marked the scenic places on a map for...More

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    Reviewed 16 September 2015
    Great education place for locals and visitors

    I decided to check this place out and what a surprise. The Rock Creek Park Nature and Planetarium is full with information about native plants and habitats. The place is run by the U.S. Park Services. It is located on top of the hill hidden...More

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    Reviewed 7 September 2015 via mobile
    Interesting

    The speaker could of been moee lively, the the exhibit was cool. The trails can be rough so you have to wear proper shoes. The views are amazing. All in all I had a great day

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    Reviewed 30 June 2015
    Great way to learn about local flora and fauna

    Hidden in Rock Creek Park, the Nature Center and Planetarium includes taxidermy displays of the many plants and animals that thrive in the Park. Perfect for children, there are also live turtles, fish, and snakes, as well as crafts and puppets. Rangers are available to...More

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