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Road and Trail Updates
Wilson Road is now open to Library Lane, while restoration of the sewer line repair area continues. More »
Determined to Persevere
Valley Forge was the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army. The park commemorates the sacrifices and perseverance of the Revolutionary War generation and honors the ability of citizens to pull together and overcome adversity during extraordinary times.
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Plan Your Visit
Find out what's going on at the park today, download our program guide, get maps and touring instructions for planning your trip to Valley Forge.
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March out of the Continental Army
On June 16 we will celebrate the improved fighting force that marched out of Valley Forge in 1778 after their march in 6 months prior.
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Special Events
Mark your calendar! The park has many special events throughout the year, from National Junior Ranger Day to the winter March-in Commemoration.
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2011-2012 Deer Management Action Concludes
The park completed the 2nd year of implementation of the deer management plan, and this spring, native wildflowers have returned to unfenced areas.
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Do something Revolutionary, volunteer!
At Valley Forge alone, over 2,900 volunteers contributed more than 53,000 hours in 2011! See what you can do to get active and support the park!
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Professional Development for Teachers
Develop your…E.S.P. (Economic-Social-Political connections in history) this summer. This professional development workshop is now taking applications.
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Did You Know?
Valley Forge was Pennsylvania’s first state park, established in 1893. In 1976, the bicentennial year of the Declaration of Independence, the park was transferred to the National Park System as Valley Forge National Historical Park.