Prince William Nat'l Forest Park

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.
From Washington, D.C.: Take I-95 south to exit 150-B (VA Route 619/Joplin Road). The park entrance is the second right.
 
Chopawamsic Backcountry Area (tents only) is an 8-site, hike-in/hike-out, backcountry campground. Each campsite holds only 2 tents and no campfires are allowed. Pets are also prohibited.
 
There are 30 orienteering courses within the picturesque setting of Prince William Forest Park. The different orienteering courses are designed to challenge orienteers of all levels from the basic beginner to those with more advanced skills. The courses were developed in 1972 through a partnership with the Swedish Military Orienteering Team and the United States Marine Corps and Quantico Orienteering Club.
 
Contact, Visitor Information – Kelly
(703) 221-7181