Prince William Forest Park
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- $20 · private vehicle
- Phone
- 703-221-7181
- Address
- 18170 Park Entrance Road, Triangle, VA 22172
About Prince William Forest
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!
Hours
Prince William Forest Park Operating Hours
The trails at Prince William Forest Park are open every day from sunrise to sunset for recreation use. The visitor center is open every day of the week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Winter hours vary. The visitor center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
| Monday | Sunrise to Sunset |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Wednesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Thursday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Friday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Saturday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Sunday | Sunrise to Sunset |
Changes to these hours
- Closed Thanksgiving Day, Nov 26: Closed
- Closed Christmas Day, Dec 25: Closed
- Closed New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
Entrance fees
| Private Vehicle | $20 | Valid seven (7) consecutive days. |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle | $15 | Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. |
| Per Person | $10 | Valid seven (7) consecutive days. |
An America the Beautiful pass covers the entrance fee at every site that charges one.
Getting there
From Washington, D.C. and points north: Take I-95 south to exit 150-B (VA Route 619/Joplin Road). The park entrance is the second right. From Fredericksburg and points south: Take I-95 north to exit 150 (VA Route 619/Joplin Road). Turn left at the bottom of the exit ramp and continue on VA Route 619 West approximately 1/4 mile to the park entrance.
Weather
Prince William Forest Park experiences all four seasons. Spring and fall are generally comfortable with precipitation possible. Summers can be hot and humid with average temperatures in the high 80s and with sudden thunderstorms possible. July and August are the hottest months. Winters can be cold with average temperatures in the winter of 41 degrees with variable precipitation. The main park roads can close due to snowy conditions, though cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing are permitted.
Things to do
Arts and Culture, Backcountry Camping, Backcountry Hiking, Biking, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Compass and GPS, Fishing, Food, Freshwater Fishing, Front-Country Hiking, Group Camping, Guided Tours, Hands-On, Hiking, Hunting and Gathering, Junior Ranger Program, Mountain Biking, Orienteering, Park Film, Picnicking, Playground, RV Camping, Road Biking, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping, Volunteer Vacation, Wildlife Watching.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Prince William Forest ↗