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Fort Dupont Ice Arena
3779 Ely Pl. SE
Washington, DC.
202-584-5007
Website
Directions
From Maryland (North): Take I-295 South. Take the exit to Minnesota Ave. There is currently construction going on there. At the end of the ramp, take a left to take the street that goes back under the freeway. At the next light, take a right on Minnesota Ave. Drive approximately one mile on Minnesota and take a left on Ely Place. The rink will be on your right after about ¼ mile (the signs say Fort Dupont Park; they are the brown signs used by M-NCPPC).
From Northern Virginia: Take Wilson Bridge to Route 295 North. At 95/395 split, bear left on 95. Take Pennsylvania Avenue East exit. At third light, take a left on Minnesota Avenue. Go one mile to 4th light, take a right on Ely Place. Rink about ¼ mile up Ely Place on right. (Map)
Facilities
The rink has one ice surface. The wall behind the player’s benches/scorer’s table is all glass with a scenic view of the Capitol and Washington Monument. Unfortunately, the sun through the glass can be difficult in the evening. The official’s dressing room is located between the player’s locker rooms under the stands. The key can be obtained from the skate rental counter. The dressing room has a sink, toilet and shower.
Verizon Center
601 F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-628-3200
Directions
Verizon Center is located at 7th and F St. NW in downtown DC. Take the Metro red, yellow, or green lines to the Gallery Place-Chinatown stop. Follow the signs for exit to the Arena. Many DC maps still refer to it as MCI Center. (Map)
Facilities
The rink has one ice surface. The dressing rooms for the officials are on the same level as the Caps dressing rooms. Arrive early to account for security checks. The staff will escort you to your dressing room.