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Rock Creek Nature Center
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-KSchool-Age Kids
Pre-Teens & Teens
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Rock Creek Nature Center Description
If your little honeys like honey, head right to the observation beehive here -- some kids buzz with excitement watching the worker bees doing their job. Rock Creek Nature Center is just one part of Rock Creek Park, a slice of the outdoors in the midst of the city. There's a planetarium, programs for kids of all ages, and hiking trails, so bring sturdy shoes and get set to explore.
Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: Don't miss the Discovery Room, with hands-on activities for kids 2-5.
School-Age Kids: The park has a nice children's playground near the Maryland border.
Planning Notes
- Junior explorers. At the Nature Center's front desk you can borrow a Discovery Pack before your hike. It contains binoculars, a field microscope, and a magnifying lens.
Just the Facts
Hours: Weds.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fees: Free
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