Prince William Forest Park (Rating: C)

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

This hike is 8 miles with about 600 feet of elevation gain, on dirt trails.

The Mountain Laurel should be in full bloom. We will hike the Taylor Farm/Burma Road, North Valley, South Valley and Turkey Run trails. Trails are a little rocky in spots. Easy stream crossings.

Trailhead parking is at the Turkey Run Education Center
https://maps.app.goo.gl/2iVq8gSJxmu5p1BV9
GPS Coordinates: 38.582832, -77.373761

Directions to park: I95 South to Exit 150B. Follow for 400 yards to entrance to park. Enter park and take first left after entrance kiosk.
Parking is about a 8 minute drive from the park entrance. It is not the main parking lots by the Visitor Center. Please arrive 15 min early to sign in.

We hike at a pace of about 2.5 mph while moving.

Restrooms are available at the start.

Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy

Leaders: Kris Needham 618.623.2484 and Dane Luck 703.850.3266. Note: Cell reception is poor to non-existent in the park.

Park Entry Fee: $20.00 or free with US Park Service Pass

Map for hike: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/pwpf-mt-laurel-loop-8-miles-70e9dbe