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Paddle Through the Past: Georgetown by Kayak

Rock Creek Park · Washington, DC

Photo: NPS / Claire JM

Next time

Sunday, Oct 11 · 9:30 AM

Local time at the park

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About this program

Ready to make waves in history?  Join a park ranger for a  1.5-hour relaxed kayak tour  through the stories of the Georgetown Waterfront — where centuries of change flow beneath your paddle.

• Explore the land’s roots as a First Peoples village

• Drift by a bustling colonial port and Civil War hub

• Learn about the experiences of free and enslaved people

• Glide past echoes of industrial might

• Witness its transformation into the vibrant park we enjoy today

Bring your curiosity, your sense of adventure, and your paddle power!

Arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the program for check-in.

Where to meet
The Key Bridge Boathouse is located at 3500 Water Street NW. Parking is not available at this location, but there are several parking garages, street parking, and the Thompson Boathouse Parking lot a short distance away.

From the National Park Service.

Upcoming dates

  • Sunday, Oct 119:30 AM

Schedule from the Rock Creek Park, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.

At the park that day

Weather

65° / 59°

light rain · OpenWeather forecast

Sunset

6:37 PM

Sunday

Stay the night

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