• dogwood across creek

    Prince William Forest

    Park Virginia

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  • Firewood

    Outside firewood is prohibited in Prince William Forest Park, unless it is certified USDA 'bug free' firewood. Dead and downed wood may be collected from designated areas for use while in the park. Help us protect the forest from invasive species!

  • Warm Wet Spring = More Ticks

    Please check yourself and your pets for ticks continually during and after your visit. Ticks are less prevelent if you stay on trail or in mowed areas. Wearing light colored clothing helps you spot them before the attach.

  • Temp. Closure C-Loop Bathroom

    Due to sequestration cuts, the C-Loop bathroom at Oak Ridge Campground will remain closed. Please use the B-Loop restroom, a short walking distance away. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Operating Hours & Seasons

3 season
Beautiful and serene Quantico Creek flows in all four seasons.
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With cross-country skiing in winter, striking fall foliage in autumn, and great spring and summer recreation spots, Prince William Forest Park is a four-season destination. Despite slight increases in visitation during the summer months and on the weekends, getting away from the crowds is never a problem.

The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Camping/Cabin Seasons
Cabin Camping is for large groups is available in Cabin Camp 5 year round. All other cabins and cabin camps are closed from April to October.

Oak Ridge Campground (tents and RVs), Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground, and Chopawamsic Backcountry Area are open year round.

To find out more about reserving cabins or campgrounds, visit our Reservations & Applications page.

 
The park visitor center in 1956.

The Prince William Forest Park visitor center in 1956. 

National Park Service

Visitor Center
Open all year 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. every day. The visitor center is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years holidays.

Location
The visitor center is 1/2 mile from the park entrance.

Special Programs
Ranger led programs and activities are held throughout the year. Contact the visitor center or visit our Schedule of Events page for more information.

Exhibits
The visitor center features exhibits on the park's historic and natural resources. Ask to see 1936 film on the park during your visit!

Did You Know?

Eastern Box Turtle

Capable of living as long as 100 years, the Eastern Box Turtle is Prince William Forest Park's longest living reptile, and if conditions are just right, can spend their entire life in an area no larger than a football field.