Anacostia Park | BASKETBALL COURTS

Half-size basketball court near the Anacostia Park skating rink

Half-size basketball court near the Anacostia Park skating rink


See the Park Map for court locations.


Anacostia Park has three full-size and two half-size basketball courts located next to the roller skating rink and two full-size courts at River Terrace Park at the northern end at Benning Road. Unless reserved for organized league play, all courts are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full-size basketball court near the Anacostia Park skating rink

Full-size basketball court near the Anacostia Park skating rink

Organizations can host leagues and basketball camps for free as well, but a permit must be obtained ($50 at the time of this writing), and the organization must have liability insurance. For more information, visit the official Permits and Reservations web page for Anacostia Park.

Full-size basketball courts at River Terrace Park at the northern end of Anacostia Park in Washington, D.C.

Full-size basketball courts at River Terrace Park at the northern end of Anacostia Park in Washington, D.C.

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Last updated on November 27, 2025
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