Hains Point

Hains Point is an urban park at the southern tip of East Potomac Park, surrounded by three waterways: the Potomac River, Washington Channel, and Anacostia River. The land itself was built up from river dredging and now forms a peninsula with open green spaces, walking paths, and water views.

The peninsula was created between 1880 and 1892 through an engineering project that used dredged material from the Potomac River to build new land. This artificially formed area was later developed into a public park.

The open spaces here serve as a gathering place where people fish from the shore, walk along the water, and enjoy the river views at their own pace. Locals often stop by to feed birds, rest on benches, and watch the boats passing through the channels.

The park has four designated picnic areas where visitors can bring their own food and spend time outdoors with others. Alcohol and glass containers are prohibited, and certain activities like ball sports are restricted.

A 5-kilometer-long road loops around the entire peninsula and closes to vehicles on weekends, creating room for cyclists and skaters to enjoy the space. Hundreds of cherry trees line the grounds, creating a pink bloom display in spring.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1882

Official opening: 1890

Part of: East Potomac Park

Address: 1100 Ohio Dr SW, Washington DC 20242-0001

GPS coordinates: 38.85917,-77.02278

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:47