Cabin Camp 3
Cabin Camp 3 is located in Prince William Forest Park and is one of five large cabin camp facilities located in the park. Camp 3 is the only camp where visitors can rent a single cabin. There are thirteen cabins available for rent. The cabins are very rustic and provide a unique camping experience in Northern Virginia. The cabins offer easy access to 37 miles (60 km) of hiking and 21 miles (34 km) of biking trails in the park. The park's land was set aside during the Great Depression, and in 1935 the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the previously over-farmed acreage, converting it to recreational lands for public use.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 13 |
Site guide
13 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A unit | Partial | 4 / 2 | ||
| 2 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 4 / 2 |
| 3 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 4 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 5 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 4 / 2 |
| 6 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 7 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 8 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 9 | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
| 9A | A unit | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Fees | 4 person cabins are $50.00 a night. 6 person cabins are $60.00 a night. 10 person cabins are $70.00 a night. All reservations must be made online and paid for electronically. No payment will be accepted onsite. All vehicles entering the park must also pay the park vehicle entrance fee. |
There are thirteen cabins available for rent. The cabins are very rustic and provide a unique camping experience in Northern Virginia. The campground is open mid-April through the first weekend in November and there are three 4-person, seven 6-person, and three 10-person cabins. The 4-person and 6-person cabins are located in the "A" Unit and the 10-person cabins are located in the "B" Unit. Each cabin has metal cots with vinyl mattresses, a closet, lights and a ceiling fan. Outside of each cabin is a grill and a picnic table. There is a bathhouse with hot showers, and a craft lodge in both the A unit and the B unit. All campers renting cabins must share these common spaces.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Washington, D.C. and points north, take I-95 south to exit 150-B toward VA Route 619/Joplin Road. The park entrance is the second right. Cabin Camp 3 is 2 miles from the park entrance along Scenic Drive. From Fredericksburg, Virginia, and points south, take I-95 north to exit 150 toward VA Route 619/Joplin Road.
| Nearest town | Triangle, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.5636° N, 77.3601° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | REI ↗ | 5.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Affordable RV Truck and Trailer Repair ↗ | 24.1 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Featherstone National Wildlife Refuge begins about 6.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.4 miFeatherstone National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 273 acres
- 8.2 miOccoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 630 acres
- 10 miElizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 2,274 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Prince William Forest Park preserves approximately 15,000 acres (6070 ha) including a major portion of the Quantico Creek watershed. The area is the largest example of a piedmont forest ecosystem, the piedmont being the geographic plateau between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic coast. The park represents one of the largest parcels of undeveloped land in the area and is the National Park Service's third largest unit in Virginia. Various geological outcroppings, winding creeks, gently rolling slopes and man-made lakes make wonderful destinations for any adventurous visitor. The park is home to many animals including 46 species of mammals, 22 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, more than 129 species of birds, 26 species of fish and an unknown number of invertebrates. More than 900 plant species exist in Prince William Forest Park, from the smallest wildflower to the tallest tree. From tree bark in winter, wildflowers in spring, canopy cover in summer and autumn colors in fall, Prince William Forest Park offers beautiful scenery year-round.
Recreation
The park offers many Things to Do including hiking, biking, orienteering and fishing. Hikers enjoy exploring the park's 37 miles of foot trails. Campers may hike South Orenda Road to South Valley Trail and Laurel Trail Loop. Bicyclists will find On and Off Road Biking on 21 miles (34 km) of paved roads within the park, including the 12-mile (19 km) Scenic Drive. Minimal traffic and a 25 m.p.h. (40 kph) speed limit make this a popular biking route. A 3-mile (5 km), family-friendly paved bike lane leads to the campground. Mountain biking is also available on 10 miles (16 km) of gravel fire roads. The park boasts also 30 orienteering courses with picturesque settings. Orienteering is a 19th century Scandinavian sport primarily used as military training. The courses were developed in 1972 and continue to provide hours of entertainment and exploration for park visitors. Approximately 18 miles (29 km) of streams and two small lakes are open to the public for fishing. The water quality of Quantico Creek supports numerous fish species and other aquatic life. The most common fish species are bluegill, pumpkinseed, largemouth bass and channel catfish.
Nearby
The park offers many Things to Do including hiking, biking, orienteering and fishing. Hikers enjoy exploring the park's 37 miles of foot trails. Campers may hike South Orenda Road to South Valley Trail and Laurel Trail Loop. Bicyclists will find On and Off Road Biking on 21 miles (34 km) of paved roads within the park, including the 12-mile (19 km) Scenic Drive. Minimal traffic and a 25 m.p.h. (40 kph) speed limit make this a popular biking route. A 3-mile (5 km), family-friendly paved bike lane leads to the campground. Mountain biking is also available on 10 miles (16 km) of gravel fire roads. The park boasts also 30 orienteering courses with picturesque settings. Orienteering is a 19th century Scandinavian sport primarily used as military training. The courses were developed in 1972 and continue to provide hours of entertainment and exploration for park visitors. Approximately 18 miles (29 km) of streams and two small lakes are open to the public for fishing. The water quality of Quantico Creek supports numerous fish species and other aquatic life. The most common fish species are bluegill, pumpkinseed, largemouth bass and channel catfish.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Cabin Camp 3?
Sites at Cabin Camp 3 are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Cabin Camp 3?
4 person cabins are $50.00 a night. 6 person cabins are $60.00 a night. 10 person cabins are $70.00 a night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Cabin Camp 3?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Cabin Camp 3 have?
13 sites, including 13 cabins with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Cabin Camp 3?
There is a bathhouse with hot showers, and a craft lodge in both the A unit and the B unit.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Cabin Camp 3?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Cabin Camp 3?
The park offers many Things to Do including hiking, biking, orienteering and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Cabin Camp 3?
Triangle, Virginia. The park offers many Things to Do including hiking, biking, orienteering and fishing.
Source: Getting there
What if Cabin Camp 3 is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Turkey Run Ridge Group (1.5 mi), Chopawamsic Backcountry Camping Permits (2.6 mi), and Prince William Forest RV Park (2.8 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Cabin Camp 3 in?
Cabin Camp 3 is a Prince William Forest Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Prince William Forest Park