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Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only) operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

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Are there showers at Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only)?

Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only) does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only) have?

Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only) has 76 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

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Pets are not allowed at Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only). This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only)

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5000 Scenic Drive

Featured in:Forest Camping Virginia

First-come, first-served

This campground doesn't take reservations — sites are claimed in person on arrival, so there's no availability to check online. Plan to arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays.

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180 ft

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Walk-in Only

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76 campsites

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Year-round

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First-come, first-served

This campground doesn't take reservations — sites are claimed in person on arrival, so there's no availability to check online. Plan to arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays.

Quick Facts

180 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

76 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

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Driving directionsGPS applications don't always provide accurate directions to the cabin camps so follow these directions instead. From North & South: Use Interstate 95. Take Exit 150. Go west on Joplin Road for 1/2 mile. Turn right on Park Entrance Road. From West: From the community of Independent Hill, use Joplin Road Highway 619 to Park Entrance Road, approximately 9 miles. Turn left on Park Entrance Road. Take Park Entrance Road for 3/4 mile. Turn left onto Scenic Drive. Cabin Camp 3 will be on the right after 1 mile.

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Best season: fall. Fall offers the best combination of comfortable weather and dramatic scenery — expect crisp days around 50–70°F and cool nights in the 35–50°F range. Deciduous forests around Cabin Camp 3 put on peak color in mid-to-late October, making hikes, group programs, and evenings by the camp’s brick fireplaces especially rewarding. Crowd levels are moderate: weekends and peak foliage weekends fill quickly, so reserve the group site early for October dates. Peak months: October, September, May, June Avoid: January, February

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Described as best season: comfortable temps and peak deciduous color.

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About Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only)

Cabin Camp 3 sits in Prince William Forest Park near Triangle, Virginia, a large group-only facility operated by the National Park Service. The camp features rustic cabins with brick fireplaces, set among deciduous forest that blazes with color each October. Groups reserve the entire camp for multi-day retreats, youth programs, and family reunions, with access to hiking trails throughout the park's wooded landscape.

Cabin Camp 3 offers cabin accommodations as well as options for group camping.

Weather and SeasonsBest season: fall. Fall offers the best combination of comfortable weather and dramatic scenery — expect crisp days around 50–70°F and cool nights in the 35–50°F range. Deciduous forests around Cabin Camp 3 put on peak color in mid-to-late October, making hikes, group programs, and evenings by the camp’s brick fireplaces especially rewarding. Crowd levels are moderate: weekends and peak foliage weekends fill quickly, so reserve the group site early for October dates. Peak months: October, September, May, June Avoid: January, February

Elevation180 ft above sea level

Natural Features and SceneryThe camp occupies forested terrain at 180 feet elevation, surrounded by a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees typical of the Mid-Atlantic. The canopy provides shade and seasonal color changes, particularly in fall when the deciduous species turn. The forest here reflects CCC-era conservation work, with mature stands of trees creating a quiet, enclosed feel around the cabin cluster.

Lodging & AccommodationsThe camp features 10-person cabins that are particularly suitable for group outings. These cabins were constructed in the 1930s and are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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The C Unit is designed for smaller groups, with a total capacity of 76 visitors spread across 10-person cabins.

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Tents are not allowed

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RV vehicles are not allowed

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Primitive camping is not allowed

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Reservations are not allowed

Reservation PlatformsReservations can be made online via Recreation.gov, through the contact center, or in person.

Total Campsites76 campsites

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Cabin Camp 3 offers individual cabin rentals along with a smaller group site. The camp includes a C Unit designed for smaller groups, which has a linear layout and can accommodate up to 76 visitors. Unique amenities include brick fireplaces in the dining hall and craft lodges.

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About Prince William Forest Park

Context for the broader area surrounding Cabin Camp 3 (Group Site By Reservation Only), sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.

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!

Directions

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.