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Park Name Breckenridge Reservoir
Hiking Trails of Prince William Forest Park

Available to you, are 37 miles of hiking trails along ridges, into valleys and beside the two main creeks in the park. The park Scenic Drive provides access to all trails and features in the park.

Birch Bluff Trail- A moderately easy trail near the visitor center that includes good creekside views. 1.8 miles (2.9 km)

Cabin Branch Pyrite Mine Trail - A moderately difficult trail that provides a look at the site of the Cabin Branch Mine. 0.3 miles (0.5 km)

Chopawamsic Trail - A moderately difficult trail through the rugged and heavily forested Chopawamsic Backcountry Area. This area includes overnight hike-in tent sites (permit required). Two miles (3.2 km) in length.

The Crossing Trail - An easy trail with many historical features. 0.5 miles (0.8 km)

Farms to Forest Trail - A self-guided tour near the Oak Ridge Campground of an area where old farmland has reverted back to mature forest. 1.0 miles (1.6 km)

Farms to Forest Extension Trail - Located off the Farms to Forest Trail, this trail offers excellent creekside views of beaver habitat (beaver sightings possible). 2.7 miles (4.3 km)

High Meadows Trail - A trail the begins on the ridgetop and descends to the South Fork of Quantico Creek, including a wide variety of habitats. 2.1 miles (3.4 km)

Little Run Loop - A short yet moderately difficult trail that includes excellent creekside habitats. 0.7 miles (1.1 km)

Mary Bird Branch Trail - A short, easy trail that includes excellent opportunities for beaver viewing. 0.5 miles (0.8 km)

North Valley Trail - Trail leads along Quantico Creek and includes small waterfalls with excellent opportunities for geologic study. 2.6 miles (4.2 km)

Oak Ridge Trail - An easy, level trail. 1.6 miles (2.6 km)

Pine Grove Forest Trail - An easy, paved interpretive trail that includes a wildlife viewing platform with benches. 0.2 miles (0.3 km)

Quantico Falls Trail - The shortest and easiest access to the waterfalls along Quantico Creek. 0.7 miles (1.1 km)

South Valley Trail - The longest single trail found in the park, includes abundant beaver and other creekside wildlife habitat, with excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing. 9.7 miles (15.6 km)

Turkey Run Ridge Trail - A moderately difficult trail between the Turkey Run Environmental Center and the South Fork of Quantico Creek. 1.4 miles (2.3 km)

Hiking is also encouraged on the park's Mountain Biking Roads.

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