They conceived a “real forest” designed to mimic the natural forest that once covered the island. Today miles of trails through wooded uplands and swampy bottomlands honor the legacy of a great outdoorsman and conservationist.
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Theodore Roosevelt Island
In the 1930s, landscape architects transformed Mason’s Island from neglected, overgrown farmland into Theodore Roosevelt Island, a memorial to America’s 26th president.
- LocationArlington, VA
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, 6:00AM - 10:00PM
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Weather now82°F Light rain shower
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Animals
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- Forests and Woodlands
- Monuments and Memorials
- Presidents
- Sculpture
- Social Movements
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Things to Do
3 experiences from the National Park Service, plus every activity offered in the park. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Discover Theodore Roosevelt Island
Theodore Roosevelt Island is a memorial that honors the legacy of a great outdoorsman and conservationist. Learn about America’s 26th president, and the diverse human and natural history of the…
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Multi-Park Loop
Park your car and stretch your legs! Visit four different National Parks in Washington, DC and begin logging miles on seven different National Historic or National Scenic trails!
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Silver Line - DC Metro
Fee applies
Step off the Silver Line to take a walk on Theodore Roosevelt Island, or sight see from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Each of the parks listed here are 1 mile or less from each metro stop (about…
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Activities in the park
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 6:00AM - 10:00PM · Theodore Roosevelt Island Trails and Parking Lot
Hours details
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Theodore Roosevelt Island Trails and Parking LotDaily, 6:00AM - 10:00PM
The park is open every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Monday 6:00AM - 10:00PM Tuesday 6:00AM - 10:00PM Wednesday 6:00AM - 10:00PM Thursday 6:00AM - 10:00PM Friday 6:00AM - 10:00PM Saturday 6:00AM - 10:00PM Sunday 6:00AM - 10:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
George Washington Memorial Parkway, northbound lanes between Roosevelt Bridge and Key BridgeArlington, VA 22209
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
82°F
Light rain shower · feels like 89°
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Today
95° 62°
Overcast57% rain -
Tomorrow
70° 56°
Light rain shower87% rain -
Sunday
64° 62°
Light rain shower92% rain
Updated 30 min ago
WeatherSmall Craft Advisory Details
Small Craft Advisory issued October 2 at 9:45AM EDT until October 2 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...North winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected.
* WHERE...Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
WeatherSmall Craft Advisory Details
Small Craft Advisory issued October 2 at 9:45AM EDT until October 3 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...North winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt expected.
* WHERE...Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
What to expect by season
Outdoor trails and memorial plaza subject to weather for Washington, D.C. and Arlington, VA.
Photos
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National Park Service Ranger discussing Theodore Roosevelt with visitors at his memorial. — NPS Photo -
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Getting There
Arlington, VA 22209
By Car: accessible from the northbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway, after Roosevelt Bridge, exit sign, turn right into the parking lot. Please note: park in a designated parking space, US Park Police regularly tickets drivers who park on the grass.
Full directions
By Metro: exit Rosslyn Metro station, walk toward Key Bridge, take short connecting trail downhill from the downstream side of the bridge, across the parkway, and into the parking lot for the island. By Bike: Mount Vernon Trail north end
Mailing address: 700 George Washington Memorial Parkway, McLean, VA 22101
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