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Experience a place where history and nature unite!

Prince William Forest Park is an oasis of natural beauty and human history located only 35 miles south of Washington, DC. 37 miles of hiking trails and 21 miles of bicycle-accessible roads and trails traverse this 15,000 acre piedmont forest. Beneath its canopy lies evidence of human history reaching back to 8,000 B.C.
 
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Firewood Restriction

Please enjoy camping in Prince William Forest Park this weekend! However, bringing in outside firewood is prohibited. Outside firewood, even that which is purchased locally, can introduce the destructive, invasive Emerald Ash Borer beetle into Prince William Forest Park and harm thousands of trees. Firewood may be provided for you in the campground, and campers can freely collect dead and downed wood in the campground. Please call our visitor center at 703-221-7181 for more information.

 
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Daily Ranger Programs Offered Throughout the Summer!

Summer is the perfect time for family fun in the great outdoors. Spend the weekend with your kids camping, hiking, and doing nature crafts. Visit our Schedule of Events page for more information all of the park happenings.

 
Scenic Drive in Fall.

Public Comment Needed!

Prince William Forest Park is planning to resurface its 11 mile Scenic Drive and alter a few parking lots in 2010.  Visit our Public Involvement page to learn more and provide public comment on planning documents.

 
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Share The Experience Photo and Video Contest!

The National Park Foundation and Olympus challenge you to share videos and photos of your National Parks adventure and share them with the world. Explain what America’s National Parks mean to you -- how do they inspire you? Why are they important? Why should we protect them? The video that showcases the most inspiring, meaningful and thoughtful story and/or experience will win a prize package from the National Park Foundation and Olympus. Your Parks complements the Share the Experience photo contest, sponsored by Olympus, seeking this year’s best photo of the National Parks. Lets put Prince William Forest Park on the map!

 

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18100 Park Headquarters Road
Triangle, Virginia 22172-1644

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Visitor Information
(703) 221-7181

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(703) 221-3258

Climate

Spring and fall are generally comfortable with precipitation possible. Summers can be hot and...
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Visitors recreating in one of the park's picnic areas  

Did You Know?
Prior to 1948, Prince William Forest Park was named Chopawamsic Recreation Demonstration Area. The name hinted at one of the park's intended uses as a source of recreational opportunities for the inner-city youth of Washington, D.C.

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Last Updated: July 09, 2009 at 12:44 EST