Camp Pleasant

Camp Pleasant Craft Lodge

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Camp Pleasant (Cabin Camp 4) can sleep up to 200 visitors and is located on the northeastern side of the park. Most of the camp's cabins sleep 12 people and are arranged in 5 units connected by gravel trails. Trails in the camp also lead to a small dock on a tiny lake and a campfire circle. While the dining hall in this camp is the only one without a fireplace, a wing added to the dining hall in the 1940s provides a large open area for indoor activities. Camp Pleasant is also the only camp that has a large theater style building, perfect for events or large gatherings on rainy days.

 

Camp Pleasant map - Click to enlarge

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Facilities

Cabins:

Camp Pleasant is set up in five units with most cabins sleeping 12 people. There are also two cabins that sleeping 5 people and one cabin that sleeps 10. Sleeping cabins are equipped with lights, electrical outlets, cots and vinyl mattresses. Sleeping cabins do not have heat or air conditioning. Campers must bring all gear including bedding, pillows, and towels.

Restrooms:

There are six bathhouses with showers throughout the camp - one each in A Unit, B Unit, C Unit, D Unit, E Unit, and the main bathhouse, Building 95, near the Dining Hall. There are also small restrooms located in the dining hall (Building 60), craft lodge (Building 78) and infirmary (Building 70). Campers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing floors, shower stalls, sinks, and toilets. Plungers and toilet brushes are provided. Campers should bring hand soap, detergents, and other necessary toiletries as they are not provided. Toilet paper is provided.

 

Each cabin camp has a 10 burner stove and large griddle

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Kitchen and Dining Hall:

The dining hall seats up to 126 people and contains a commercial kitchen. The park does not provide food. The kitchen is equipped with the following:

• 10 burner gas stove
• 3 ovens
• Large griddle
• Walk-in refrigerator
• Freezer
• Large sinks
• Food warming station with 4 trays
• Storage space
• Plenty of counter space

Groups may do their own cooking or utilize a caterer. Groups should bring utensils, pots, pans, baking sheets, cutlery, and other kitchen tools. The dining hall provides wooden tables and benches. Groups may use the fireplaces inside the dining hall. Groups are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the dining hall after use. Sleeping is not permitted in the dining hall, per fire code.

Craft Lodges:

Sleeping is not permitted in the craft lodges. The fireplaces may be used, per fire code. The craft lodges are a wonderful place for small gatherings and for their traditional use as a space for children's crafts.

Fires:

Groups may use the outside fire pits and fireplaces in the dining hall and craft lodges. In order to avoid the spread of invasive and forest damaging pests, firewood purchased or brought from outside the park must be USDA certified pest free or from within 50 miles of the park.

Infirmary:

The infirmary sleeps 10 people and has a refrigerator and a private restroom with a shower. When the camp first opened in the mid 1930s, the infirmary was used by nurses to administer care to the youth camping there. Today the infirmary is a sleeping cabin that many groups use for the VIPs in their group because of the added amenities that the other cabins do not have.

 

Book Now

To stay at Cabin Camp 4, fill out the Cabin Camp Application for 2026, and submit applications and $25 application fee to:


Prince William Forest Park
ATTN: Cabin Camps
18100 Park Headquarters Rd.
Triangle, VA 22172

Email or call 703-221-5843 for more information about the application.

Price Per Night	Capacity	Check-In Time	Check-Out Time
$750	200	1:00pm	12:00pm

Please be aware that cabin campers are obligated to pay the park entrance fee or possess a valid National Park pass.

 

Know Before You Go

Cleaning:

It is the group's responsibility to clean the facilities prior to check-out. Cleaning supplies are not provided except for brooms, mops, and mop buckets. We recommend you bring the following items:

• Floor cleaner (environmentally friendly)
• Multi-purpose cleaner (environmentally friendly)
• Glass cleaner (environmentally friendly)
• Rags and/or paper towels
• Lemon juice (for cleaning the griddle)

Trash/Recycle:

All trash must be deposited in trash cans that are located throughout the camp. Trash cans should be emptied daily into the receptacles behind the dining hall. We encourage recycling and these receptacles are also located outside of the dining halls. Recyclable items includes cans, plastic bottles #1 and #2, and clean paper and cardboard products.

Parking:

Camp Pleasant has a designated parking area. One vehicle is permitted to remain at the dining hall throughout your encampment. If a member of your group has a vehicle with a handicap license plate or valid hangtag, they are permitted to keep the vehicle at the dining hall. No other vehicles are authorized to remain parked at the dining hall or any other buildings within the cabin camp. Campers are allowed to temporarily park at the dining hall to load and unload vehicles, but once completed, they must be parked in the designated parking area. No more than two vehicles may be parked behind the dining hall at one time. It is recommended that visitors carpool as much as possible due to limited parking.

Recreation:

There is a small field area available for outdoor activities. Access to Lake 4 is a short walk from the A Unit of the camp. Hiking and biking trails are a short distance from the camp.

Check-In:

The check-in time is 1:00 p.m. The Permitee must be present for the check-in process during which a park representative will inspect the facilities and go over emergency procedures, specific cleaning procedures, and provide last minute information. Early check-in is not allowed without permission.

Check-Out:

The check-out time is 12:00 p.m. The camp must be clean and emptied of all Permitee and guest’s equipment, trash, and personal effects prior to the time of check-out. The Permitee must be present for the check-out process during which a park representative will inspect the facilities for cleanliness and any damages.

 

Prince William Forest Park Law Enforcement Vehicle

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Rules and Regulations

• All emergencies, accidents, incidents, etc. shall be reported to: 24 HOUR ASSISTANCE LINE - 1-866-677-6677
• All pets are prohibited in the cabin camp area, cabins and camp buildings (except service animals).
• Smoking is not permitted in any of the cabins or buildings.
• To prevent animal and pest problems, campers must place trash in provided covered trash receptacles or carry it out with you.
• Fires are not permitted outside of the council rings and designated fireplaces.
• Camping tents, screen tents or other structures are not permitted in the cabin camp.
• Removal or moving of picnic tables, beds, or mattresses is prohibited.
• Vandalism of cabins and other buildings is against federal law and is subject to fines and/or prosecution.
• Electrical appliances (stoves, AC Units, and heaters) are prohibited.
• No nails, tape, tacks, staples, screws, or other hardware or adhesives may be applied or attached to the interior or exterior of camp buildings, structures, or to trees.
• Facilities that are not included in the permit should not be entered or used at any time.
• The camp is subject to inspection by the Park Superintendent or his/her representative at any time.
• The exchange of money is not permitted within the park.

See park faqs for more information.

Directions

GPS Address: 16675 Pleasant Rd. Dumfries, VA 22025

From Points North Use Interstate 95 South. Take exit 152B west toward Manassas on Rte. 234 Dumfries Road. Continue straight for three miles. Turn left on Pleasant Road. Pleasant Road starts out paved but quickly turns to gravel. Bear left at a bend in the road. drive three quarters of a mile to Camp Pleasant (Cabin Camp 4).

From Points South Use Interstate 95 North. Take exit 152B west toward Manassas on Rte. 234 Dumfries Road. Continue straight for three miles. Turn left on Pleasant Road. Pleasant Road starts out paved but quickly turns to gravel. Bear left at a bend in the road. drive three quarters of a mile to Camp Pleasant (Cabin Camp 4).

From Points West Travel east on State Rte. 234 Dumfries Road to approach the park. Turn right on Pleasant Road. Pleasant Road starts out paved but quickly turns to gravel. Bear left at a bend in the road. Drive three quarters of a mile to Camp Pleasant (Cabin Camp 4).