Picnic Area #27
LOCATION
Picnic Area #27 at Rock Creek Park is located at the southern end of Ridge Road. See the Picnic Areas web page for an interactive location map.
PARKING
This picnic area has its own parking lot that is off the main road. It can hold four vehicles. It is small and difficult to turn around in when it’s time to get out, so don’t bring an RV.
Parking lot for Picnic Area #27
AMENITIES
Picnic Area #27 has two old, wooden picnic tables located on a small lot with plenty of shade. There are no grills, but you are welcome to bring your own.
NOTE: Table and grill count may vary due to theft, breakage, or the addition of new tables and grills. If you plan on hosting a group picnic, be sure to stop by and check out the facility in advance to make sure it will fit your needs. You are allowed to bring your own grill. Used charcoal must be disposed of in the trash cans, not dumped onto the ground.
RESERVATIONS
No reservations are accepted. All tables are taken on a first come, first served basis. If you wish to reserve a picnic area for a large group at Rock Creek Park, try Picnic Areas #1, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #13, or #24.
For complete picnic area rules, see the National Park Service’s official Rules and Regulations web page for Rock Creek Park.
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Last updated on January 11, 2022
