Fort Dupont Park, National park in Southeast Washington, United States.
Fort Dupont Park spans 376 acres of wooded terrain, featuring hiking trails, recreational areas, and natural landscapes within the National Capital Parks-East system.
The park contains an earthwork fort constructed in 1861 as part of Washington's defense system during the Civil War, remaining operational until 1865.
The summer concert series at Fort Dupont Park has brought musicians and bands from the Washington area to perform for audiences for over 40 years.
Visitors can access multiple recreational facilities, including an indoor ice arena, mountain bike trails, and spaces for picnicking throughout the extensive grounds.
The Fort Circle Hiker-Biker Trail extends 10 miles through Fort Dupont Park, connecting several historical Civil War fortification sites in the region.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1930s
Elevation above the sea: 50 m
Part of: National Capital Parks-East, Fort Circle Parks
Website: https://nps.gov/fodu
GPS coordinates: 38.87731,-76.94956
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:37
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