Oak Ridge Campground

About

Oak Ridge Campground is a 100-site facility nestled within Prince William Forest Park, preserving approximately 15,000 acres of Piedmont forest just 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, the park transformed once over-farmed land into a recreational haven. The campground is divided into three loops: A Loop (42 sites), B Loop (25 sites), and C Loop (33 tent-only sites). Each site includes a picnic table, grill, and lantern post with parking. The park offers extensive recreation including 37 miles of hiking trails, 21 miles of paved roads for cycling, 10 miles of gravel fire roads for mountain biking, and 30 orienteering courses. Fishing is available in 18 miles of streams and two small lakes stocked with bluegill, largemouth bass, and channel catfish. The South Valley, Oak Ridge, and Farms to Forest trails all begin at the campground entrance. Facilities include flush restrooms in all three loops, with hot showers available in Loop B. There are no hookups or dump stations. RVs up to 32 feet and trailers up to 26 feet are accommodated in designated sites within Loops A and B. ADA-accessible sites with wheelchair-accessible pads, tables, and grills are available at A23, A25, C32, and C33.

Directions

From I-95, take exit 150 toward VA Route 619/Joplin Road. The park entrance is the second right from the north or turn left from the south exit ramp. From the park entrance, turn left on Scenic Drive and follow it approximately 6 miles to the signed turnoff for Oak Ridge Campground (about 15 minutes). GPS may incorrectly route to closed service roads; use 18511 Joplin Road, Triangle, VA 22172 for the main park entrance.