Camp Orenda
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. Construction in Camp Orenda, also known as Cabin Camp 3, was completed in 1938. It was the first camp built in the park with larger cabins to accommodate mothers and small children attending camp. Today, Camp Orenda is divided into individual cabin rentals (A and B Units) and this group cabin camp rental which includes C Unit and access to the dining hall, main craft lodge and infirmary buildings. Camp Orenda can sleep up to 76 visitors in its very rustic cabins.
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Site mix
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Orenda | Partial | 76 / – | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 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 Orenda group campground is located in the C Unit. A Unit and B Unit are rented out separately for individuals, not groups. Please be aware that all cabin campers are obligated to pay the park entrance fee or possess a valid National Park pass.
- C Unit has six cabins that sleep 10 in each. Additional sleeping areas include the infirmary and building 70, for an additional 18 sleeping spots. 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 is one bath house in the C Unit. There are also restrooms located in the dining hall, craft lodge and infirmary. Campers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing floors, shower stalls, sinks, and toilets. Plungers and toilet brushes are provided. Campers must bring hand soap, detergents, and other necessary toiletries. Toilet paper is provided.
- Kitchen and Dining Hall: The dining hall seats up to 80 people and contains a commercial kitchen. The park does not provide food to campers. The dining hall provides wooden tables and benches. The kitchen is equipped with the following:
- 10 burner gas stove
- 3 ovens
- Large griddle
- Microwave
- 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: 5000 Scenic Drive, Triangle, VA 22172. From Points North Use Interstate 95 South. Take Virginia exit 150 onto Joplin Road, Highway 619. Continue on Joplin Road for a half mile. Turn right on Park Entrance Road. Travel on Park Entrance Road for three quarters of a mile. Turn left onto Scenic Drive.
| 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 Orenda Camp is located within a nearly 15,000-acre forest. There is a small field area available for recreational sports. Access to park trails is only a short walk from the camp.
Recreation
There is a small field area available for recreational sports. Hiking and biking trails are a short walk from the camp.
Nearby
Camp Orenda 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 Orenda?
Sites at Camp Orenda 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 Orenda?
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 Orenda?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Camp Orenda have?
1 site, including 1 cabin with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Camp Orenda?
Restrooms: There is one bath house in the C Unit. There are also restrooms located in the dining hall, craft lodge and infirmary.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Camp Orenda?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Camp Orenda?
There is a small field area available for recreational sports. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Camp Orenda?
Triangle, Virginia. Camp Orenda is located 35 miles south of Washington D.C.
Source: Getting there
Which national park is Camp Orenda in?
Camp Orenda is a Prince William Forest Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Prince William Forest Park