Prince William Forest Park - Park Planning (U.S. National Park Service)

National Park Service

Park staff examined the park entrance (shown above) during recent planning efforts.

Prince William Forest Park has 15,000 acres of forest, 37 miles of trails, 21 miles of paved and unpaved roads, and 153 historic structures to manage. To most efficiently and accurately manage these resources, park planning efforts are always ongoing.

Click on the link below to view ongoing and past park planning documents. These documents aid park management in planning and protecting Prince William Forest Park.

Superintendent's Compendium:This document records the decisions made by the superintendent that dictate park operations including: seasonal hours, carrying capacity and other operational issues.

Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)
designation for Route 234 alternate entrance proposal.

2016 - National Park Service Centennial Challenge

2006 Visitor Survey Report - see the results of a survey of visitors and area residents to see their perceptions and opinions of park operations. (2mb - pdf)

2005 Business Plan - A look at past, present and future business practices within the park. (3 mb - pdf)

2006 - Multi-use Trail EA - View the environmental assessment for a proposed multi-use walking/hiking/biking trail in the park.