Rock Creek Park is truly a gem in our nation's capital. It offers visitors an opportunity to reflect and soothe their spirits through the beauty of nature. Fresh air, majestic trees, wild animals, the ebb and flow of Rock Creek, and thousands of years of human history emanate the delicate aura of the forest. Be sure to check out the nature center, which also houses the planetarium. Near the Nature Center, you will find the Horse Center, where you can get a pony ride.