Camp Mawavi
Prince William Forest Park is a 15,000-acre forested oasis, located 35 miles south of Washington, DC. 21 miles of bicycle trails and 37 miles of hiking trails crisscross Quantico Creek and its tributaries. Camp Mawavi, also known as Cabin Camp 2, first hosted campers in 1937. For many years, Camp Mawavi, run by the Campfire Girls of America, operated out of this camp. The camp sleeps 148 visitors and consists of approximately 132 acres. This rustic camp mainly contains 4 person cabins, with a few 2 and 6 person cabins. The units are clustered in a circular arrangement and contain 8 cabins, a bath house, and a lodge. Each unit is in a grassy clearing that is surrounded by dense forest.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Mawavi | Partial | 149 / – | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | 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. |
- Camp Mawavi is set up in four units with cabins that sleep 2 to 12 people. In each cabin there are lights, electrical outlets, bunks and mattresses. Sleeping cabins do not have heat or air conditioning. Campers must bring all gear including bedding, pillows, and towels.
- Restrooms: There are five bath houses throughout the camp - one in A Unit, one in B Unit, one in C Unit, one in D Unit, and one behind the dining hall (Building 95). There is also a restroom located in the dining hall and infirmary. Campers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing floors, shower stalls, sinks, and toilets. Plungers and toilet brushes are provided.
- Kitchen and Dining Hall: The dining hall seats up to 126 people and contains a commercial kitchen. The park provides no food to campers. The dining hall provides wooden tables and benches. The kitchen is equipped with the following:
- 10 burner gas stove
- 3 ovens
- Microwave
- Large griddle
- Walk-in refrigerator
- Freezer
- Large sinks
- Food warming station with 4 trays
- Storage space
- Plenty of counter space
- Groups may do their own cooking or utilize a caterer. Groups may use the fireplaces inside the dining hall. Campers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the dining hall after use. Campers must bring utensils, pots, pans, baking sheets, cutlery, and other kitchen tools. Sleeping is not permitted in the dining hall, per fire code.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
GPS Address: 17175 Mawavi Rd. Triangle, VA 22172. From Points North Use Interstate 95 South. Take Virginia exit 150 onto Joplin Road, Highway 619. Continue on Joplin Road for four and a half miles. Turn right on Mawavi Road. Mawavi Road is graveled. In one-eighth of a mile, the road comes to a T intersection.
| Nearest town | Triangle, Virginia |
| Area | Recreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 38.59° N, 77.39° W. Call the office before you drive. |
Good to know
- Sleeping is not permitted in the dining hall, per fire code.
Explore
Natural features
Camp Mawavi is located within a nearly 15,000-acre forest. There is a large field area available for recreational sports. Access to the lake and hiking is a short walk from the camp.
Recreation
There is a large field area available for recreational sports. Access to the lake is a short walk from the camp. Hiking and biking trails are a short walk from the camp.
Nearby
Camp Mawavi is located 35 miles south of Washington D.C. and a few miles from the National Museum of the Marine Corps.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Camp Mawavi?
Sites at Camp Mawavi 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 Camp Mawavi?
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.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Camp Mawavi?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Camp Mawavi have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Camp Mawavi?
Restrooms: There are five bath houses throughout the camp - one in A Unit, one in B Unit, one in C Unit, one in D Unit, and one behind the dining hall (Building 95). There is also a restroom located in the dining hall and infirmary.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Camp Mawavi?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Camp Mawavi?
There is a large field area available for recreational sports. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Camp Mawavi?
Triangle, Virginia. Camp Mawavi is located 35 miles south of Washington D.C.
Source: Getting there
Which national park is Camp Mawavi in?
Camp Mawavi is a Prince William Forest Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Prince William Forest Park