• a leaf rests in Quantico Creek

    Prince William Forest

    Park Virginia

  • Firewood

    Outside firewood is prohibited in Prince William Forest Park, unless it is certified USDA 'bug free' firewood. Any dead and downed wood can be collected in the park for in-park use. Help us protect the forest from invasive species!

  • Oak Ridge Campground B and C Loops Full 5/26

    The B and C Loops of Oak Ridge Campground are full for Saturday night, May 26th. A loop is a first come, first served loop of the campground so you can arrive early to get a site. Call the visitor center from 9 to 5 for a current A Loop site count.

  • Sold Out of the Military Pass

    We have sold out of our cache of the new InterAgency Military Pass. We have ordered 500 more and will post here and on our facebook/twitter pages when our shipment arrives.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Support Your Park

the theatre before and after
The historic, Camp 4 theatre before and after its initial renovation.  The renovation of the building's interior, including the installation of HVAC and museum exhibits, remains unfinished.
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We can't do it without you!

National Parks belong to the American people of today... and tomorrow. Click on the links below to discover the many ways that you can help ensure the preservation of Prince William Forest Park and our other national parks!

 
the park bookstore

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the park store

Shop At Our Cooperating Association Store
A portion of all proceeds from the Eastern National park store go to support the interpretation and education programs at Prince William Forest Park. You can also visit our cooperating association's website.
 
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The Friends of Prince William Forest Park
The 'friends' support Prince William Forest Park in every way. They are our park cheerleaders, defenders, and representatives.  You can also visit the friends group website.

 
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Make America's best idea even better!
Whether you volunteer for 5 hours or 5 years, your volunteer contributions make a difference at Prince William Forest Park.  Visit our volunteer page to learn more.
 
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Can I donate to Prince William Forest Park?
The National Park Service welcomes and encourages support from the private sector to supplement public funds appropriated by Congress. Donations come to the National Park Service from individuals, organizations, foundations, corporations, and businesses purely as expressions of support, in response to the donor’s awareness of needs.  Whatever the motivation, private sector funds and in-kind contributions enhance the ability of the National Park Service to carry out its programs and activities. Find out on our donations page.

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.