World of Embassy
Offers National Park Information in United States of America. Quality resources for National Parks &
Historical sites & monuments in US. Also offers details on Embassy in the world along with world travel services for hotel bookings, vacation rental, destination guide, & cheap flights & air fares..
HOME : 80% DISCOUNT ON HOTELS : LOWEST AIR FARES : CAR RENTAL : VACATION & CRUISE - TOUR - TRAVEL - ADD A SITE NOW

   

Prince William Forest Park

  Prince William Forest Park :-
Established in 1936, Prince William Forest Park, Located in Prince William County, Virginia, is the largest protected natural area in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region at over 15,000+ acres. Today, the park is a window into the past, of what much of the east coast once looked like centuries ago. The park serves as the largest example of eastern piedmont forest in the National Park System (arguably, one of the most heavily altered ecosystems in North America). The park also protects the Quantico Creek watershed. It is a sanctuary for numerous native plant and animal species. A variety of recreational opportunities are available, which include wildlife viewing, 37 miles of hiking trails and 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads and trails. Several tent camping options, including family, group and backcountry camping are available as well as rustic cabin camping, and a full-service, concessionaire-operated RV campground, are available.

ACCESSIBILITY
We hope this information will be useful in planning your visit. We are continually working to upgrade facilities for accessibility and to improve park access for all visitors. While not all facilities are fully accessible, park rangers are happy to assist any visitor with special needs.
The visitor center has reserved parking and is accessible by ramp. The restrooms, exhibit area, bookstore, information desk and drinking fountain are fully wheelchair-accessible.

Location: Prince William Forest Park is located in northeast Virginia, 32 miles south of Washington, DC, and 22 miles north of Fredericksburg. From I-95, take Exit 150.

Description: Prince William is the greatest expanse of a Piedmont forest in the National Park System and the largest natural park in the metropolitan Washington area. It includes a major portion of the Quantico Creek watershed.

Activities: Camping, hiking (more than 36 miles of trails), bicycling, fishing, wildlife viewing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, interpretive programs.
Operating Hours: Park is open year-round during daylight hours, though campers staying at Oak Ridge Campground, Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground and the cabin camps have access to the park 24 hours a day. Visitor center is open daily, 9:00am to 5:00pm; closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, Even though the park is location only 32 miles from Washington, DC and near many suburban communities, the park is relatively uncrowded for much of the year. Visitation is highest during the summer months.

History: The Chopawamsic Recreation Demonstration Area was transferred from Resettlement Administration on November 14, 1936; changed to Prince William Forest Park on June 22, 1948.


World of Embassy Visa Information Center
National Parks USA - Srats From A -D E - H I - L M - P Q - V W - Z
WebSite Developed & Promoted By Website Hosting Company India - Reciprocal Links - Free Business Tips & Ideas