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Prince William Forest ParkCabin Branch Pyrite Mine (1889-1920)
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Experience a place where history and nature unite!

Prince William Forest Park is an oasis of natural beauty and human history located only 35 miles south of Washington, DC. 37 miles of hiking trails and 21 miles of bicycle-accessible roads and trails traverse this 15,000 acre piedmont forest. Beneath its canopy lies evidence of human history reaching back to 8,000 B.C.

 
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Summer Ranger Programs are Here!

Join our e-mail list to get updates on upcoming ranger hikes, campfire programs and more!
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Firewood Restrictions in Place!

Are you planning on camping in Prince William Forest Park?  Do your part to protect the forest from invasive insects by abiding by the park's forewood restrictions.  Until further notice, all outside firewood is prohibited in the park.  Please collect wood that is dead and downed in the park for your campfire.  Click here for more information.

 
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Celebrate 75 years of the CCC - Sept. 25-27

Commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Civilian Conservation Corps with a weekend of events honoring their legacy. Join alumni of the Civilian Conservation Corps on September 25-27 for their Annual Civilian Conservation Corps Legacy Reunion. Or walk in the footsteps of the CCC boys by volunteering yourself at National Public Lands Day and National Scouts Day on September 27th. 

 
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Ride the Chopawamsic Cycle Challenge - Sept. 14th

Join park rangers of Prince William Forest Park and The Friends of Prince William Forest Park for annual Chopawamsic Cycle Challenge.  This feel-good, family friendly ride winds through 11 miles of old CCC fire-trails, over beautiful park streams and around the beautiful Scenic Drive. The 11 mile ride is open to riders of all ages. Riders must provide their own bike and helmet. Bike helmets must be worn by all riders. Registration is recommended but not required. First 75 registrants will receive an event t-shirt. Lunch will be provided to all participants. Visit www.fpwfp.org for more information.

 

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18100 Park Headquarters Road
Triangle, Virginia 22172-1644

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Visitor Information
(703) 221-7181

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(703) 221-3258

Climate

Spring and fall are generally comfortable with precipitation possible. Summers can be hot and...
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Did You Know?  

Did You Know?
Prince William Forest Park preserves the largest inventory of Civilian Conservation Corps structures (153) in the National Park System. Four of the five cabin camps are listed on the National Register of Historic Places as historic districts.

Last Updated: September 10, 2008 at 08:28 EST