Turkey Run Ridge Group

Prince William Forest Park — lakeside, hiking

Location: Triangle, VA, VA

Price: From $40 per night

Price range: $40–$80 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (50 reviews)

Season: Year-round

Prince William Forest Park is located 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., the park’s land was set aside during the Great Depression. In 1935 the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the previously over-farmed acreage, converting it to recreational lands for public use. The CCC built trails, dams, and cabins, making the park a wonderful place for recreation and relaxation.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/turkey-run-ridge-group to be notified when sites open up.

Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground offers 9 wooded group campsites in Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., with a 4.7/5 rating from 79 Google reviews. Campers praise it as peaceful and clean with plenty of activities including hiking, interpretive programs, and a visitor center.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in area. Also common: raccoons, groundhogs, osprey, tufted titmouse, cedar waxwing, eastern box turtle, and spotted turtle.

Insider tips for Turkey Run Ridge Group: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Enter only through main park entrance on VA 619/Joplin Road; GPS may route you to closed gravel service roads Annual park pass available for $35

Skip Turkey Run Ridge Group if: You need hookups — no hookups available at sites. You require RV camping — tent sites only. You expect pristine bathroom facilities — multiple reviews note bathrooms need maintenance.

Best time to visit Turkey Run Ridge Group: Year-round — Campground operates year-round; verified Google reviews mention heat in bathrooms during winter months.

Nearby campgrounds: Cabin Camp 3 (TRIANGLE, VA), Telegraph Picnic Pavilion (Triangle, VA), Chopawamsic Backcountry Camping Permits (Triangle, VA), Oak Ridge Campground (Triangle, VA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Turkey Run Ridge Group

Cell signal at Turkey Run Ridge Group (Triangle, VA): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Triangle, VA, VA★ 4.5 (50 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Prince William Forest Park is located 35 miles southwest of Washington, D.C., the park’s land was set aside during the Great Depression. In 1935 the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the previously over-farmed acreage, converting it to recreational lands for public use. The CCC built trails, dams, and cabins, making the park a wonderful place for recreation and relaxation.

Best for:HikersFamiliesSites:Tent
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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonYear-round
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no hookups available at sites✕ You require RV camping — tent sites only✕ You expect pristine bathroom facilities — multiple reviews note bathrooms need maintenance

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Enter only through main park entrance on VA 619/Joplin Road; GPS may route you to closed gravel service roads

Annual park pass available for $35

Best: Year-round

Campground operates year-round; verified Google reviews mention heat in bathrooms during winter months

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Eastern Copperhead snakes present in area. Also common: raccoons, groundhogs, osprey, tufted titmouse, cedar waxwing, eastern box turtle, and spotted turtle.

Location

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703-221-7181· Prince William Forest Park
Getting there →

GPS devices will sometimes try to take you on closed gravel service roads to the campground. The only vehicle entrance to the campground is through the main park entrance on VA 619/Joplin Road. Try using 18511 Joplin Road, Triangle, VA 22172 to get to the main park entrance and following signs in the park to the campground. 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. It is an additional 5-minute dr

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Prince William Forest Park fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Prince William Forest Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Turkey Run Ridge Group cost per night?+
Turkey Run Ridge Group costs $40–$80 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Turkey Run Ridge Group open?+
Turkey Run Ridge Group is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Turkey Run Ridge Group have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Turkey Run Ridge Group?+
Turkey Run Ridge Group is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Turkey Run Ridge Group?+
Turkey Run Ridge Group is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Turkey Run Ridge Group?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Turkey Run Ridge Group is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Turkey Run Ridge Group open, and what are check-in times?+
Turkey Run Ridge Group is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$40 /night★ 4.5 (50)
SeasonYear-round
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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