Last updated: June 15, 2026
Thing to Do
Be a Valley Forge Junior Ranger
NPS Photo / B. Dhunjisha
Get Your Activity Book
Pick up a copy of the Valley Forge Junior Ranger Activity Booklet from a ranger at the visitor center. The Visitor Center at Valley Forge is open every day from 9 AM to 5 PM (closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's days).
NOTE: Due to high demand and limited supply, we cannot provide physical Junior Ranger booklets or badges to large groups (larger than 10). If you have a group of 10 or fewer in need of books and badges, we can accommodate your request. Thank you for your understanding.
Please consider downloading and printing the Valley Forge Junior Ranger Activity Book at home to bring to the park!
Download the Valley Forge Junior Ranger Activity Book
The Valley Forge Virtual Junior Ranger Program is also a good option for very large groups or anyone wishing to complete a Valley Forge Junior Ranger program without visiting the park.
Earn Your Badge
Follow the instructions in the book, complete the required number of activities (many of them can only be done during a visit to the park), then speak to a ranger at the visitor center to receive your official Valley Forge Junior Ranger Badge!
Details
Duration
1-2 Hours
Activity
Junior Ranger Program
A combination of written pages in the activity book and in-park activities.
Age(s)
7 and Older
Designed for kids aged 7 -12, but open to all.
Pets Allowed
Yes with Restrictions
Dogs are allowed to be on most park trails, but not inside the visitor center.
Learn more about dog-friendly trails here.
Activity Fee
No
There are no fees at Valley Forge!
Location
Visitor Center at Valley Forge
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
The park is open every day from 7 AM to 30 mintues after sunset.
The Visitor Center at Valley Forge and the museum exhibit is open daily, 9 AM to 5 PM. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's days.
Accessibility Information
Accessible parking areas and trails are available throughout the park. Please refer to the park brochure map or speak to a park ranger for more detailed information.
Check out the Virtual Junior Ranger program for a Valley Forge Junior Ranger experience that doesn't require a visit to the park and provides accessible web-based activities!