• 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.

Photo Contest

Vote until 12 noon on 12/12/12!

View the photos in this PDF and then vote for your favorite photo by emailing us and telling us which one is your favorite! Please identify the photo by number in your email.

Please vote for the photo that you think best represents this year's theme.

Theme: Illumination: the observable property and effect of light.


How The Winning Photo Will Be Selected
Prince William Forest Park will post all of the submitted photos on the park webpage. The public will be invited to vote via email and the top 3 photos will be posted. Prince William Forest Park staff will then choose the winning photograph for the 2013 annual pass. The park is working on starting a Flickr page and will update this page and email all photographers if the site is live in time for the photo contest.

Did You Know?

Visitors recreating in one of the park's picnic areas

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.