Place

Picnic Grove 5

A picnic table next to the creek beneath yellowed fall leaves.
Picnic Grove 5

NPS Photo/K. Cain.

Quick Facts
Location:
Beach Drive
Significance:
Picnic Area
Location Description: Picnic Grove 5 is located on Beach Drive NW close to the intersection with Joyce Road NW. It is directly across from the US Park Police Headquarters District 3 Substation. The location sits just below the level of the road and has a few picnic tables scattered through the narrow space between the road and the creek. The area is prone to flooding after heavy rains and can be sandy or muddy. 

Restrooms: No- The closest restrooms are located at Picnic Grove 6.

Parking: No. There is no parking associated with this site as it is reserved for US Park Police vehicles. This is a walk-in only site.

Reservations and Permits: This is a first-come, first-served picnic area and is limited to no more than 25 people.

Rock Creek Park

Last updated: November 18, 2022