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Prince William Forest Park

Prince William Forest Park is an oasis, a respite of quiet and calm. In 1936, Chopawamsic Recreation Area opened its gates to house children's 'relief' camps during the Great Depression. Renamed Prince William Forest Park in 1948, these fragrant woods and trickling streams have welcomed generations of campers, hikers, bikers and nature lovers. Discover Northern Virginia's best kept secret!

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Photos

Carter Pond on a sunny day in summer
Carter Pond is a great place to fish.
Farms to Forest Trail surrounded by ferns
The Farms to Forest Trail is a favorite among visitors.
Mountain Laurel blooming near Parking Lot I.
Mountain Laurel can be spotted throughout the park.
A tree with orange leaves against the blue sky
Fall is a beautiful time of year in the park.
Fall colors come alive near Parking Lot H
Many people visit the park to see the brilliant fall colors
Tuliptrees grow tall with blue sky above them
Tuliptrees are a mid-secession tree in the forest.
An original 1930's sign for Chopawamsic National Recreational Demonstration Area
A sign on Joplin Road marks the park entrance in the mid-1930s.

Activities

  • Arts and Culture
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Camping
  • Backcountry Camping
  • Car or Front Country Camping
  • Group Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Compass and GPS
  • Orienteering
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Hands-On
  • Volunteer Vacation
  • Hiking
  • Backcountry Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Hunting and Gathering
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Playground
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Park Film
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store