Taylor Farm Hike

Discover the story of the Taylor Family Farm and store on this shaded 1.2 mile hike. Meet a ranger at the Turkey Run Parking Area at 10:00am for the hike. It is recommended that you wear bug spray and hiking shoes and bring water on the hike.

Meet at the Turkey Run Parking Area near Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground inside the park.

Animals of Prince William Forest Park

Meet a ranger at 1:00pm near the Visitor Center for a short 30 minute talk to learn more about some of the animals found in Prince William Forest Park.  From the smallest insect to the largest mammal, come take a look at the variety of wildlife to be found here!

Meet a ranger at the visitor center.

Pyrite Mine Hike

Meet a ranger at 10:00am at Parking Lot D on Scenic Drive in the park for a 2 hour hike. Explore the unique mining history of the park as you tour the remains of the Cabin Branch Pyrite Mine on this 2 mile guided hike. See the foundations of old mine buildings and cross......More

Meet a ranger at 10:00am at Parking Lot D on Scenic Drive in the park for a 2 hour hike. Explore the unique mining history of the park as you tour the remains of the Cabin Branch Pyrite Mine on this 2 mile guided hike. See the foundations of old mine buildings and cross a historic bridge over Quantico Creek! It is recommended to bring water and bug spray and wear comfortable hiking shoes on this mostly shaded forest hike.

Meet the ranger at Parking Lot D on the park's Scenic Drive, about a 10 minute drive from the park entrance

Butterfly Day

Join park partner, Virginia Master Naturalists - Merrimac Farm Chapter, to take a closer look at the many butterflies that call Prince William Forest Park home! Take an up-close look at butterflies using magnifying glass and a microscope. Also take the opportunity to ma......More

Join park partner, Virginia Master Naturalists - Merrimac Farm Chapter, to take a closer look at the many butterflies that call Prince William Forest Park home! Take an up-close look at butterflies using magnifying glass and a microscope. Also take the opportunity to make butterfly themed crafts and participate in a butterfly catch and release. All craft supplies will be provided and this is a great opportunity for kids to learn more about butterflies!

Event will take place outside next to the park visitor center