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25 campgrounds inside the parks · 513 nearby · 99 free sites25 campgrounds inside the parks · 513 nearby · 99 free and dispersed sites
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Inside the parks25 campgroundsAt 5 sites
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Current alerts27 at 16 sitesAs of Sep 20, 2026 · nps.gov
Park guides in Virginia 33
ParkwayBlue Ridge ParkwayA Blue Ridge Parkway experience is unlike any other: a slow-paced and relaxing drive revealing stunning long-range vistas and close-up views of the rugged mountains and pastoral landscapes of the Appalachian Highlands. The Parkway meanders for 469 miles, protecting a diversity of plants and animals, and providing opportunities for enjoying all that makes this region of the country so special.10 in the park · 80 within 25 mi · 28 free nearby
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ParkPrince William Forest ParkPrince William Forest Park is an oasis, a respite of quiet and calm. In 1936, Chopawamsic Recreation Area opened its gates to house children's 'relief' camps during the Great Depression. Renamed Prince William Forest Park in 1948, these fragrant woods and trickling streams have welcomed generations of campers, hikers, bikers and nature lovers. Discover Northern Virginia's best kept secret!9 in the park · 32 within 25 mi · 7 free nearby1 alertEntrance $20 per vehicle
1 alertEntrance $20 per vehicle
National ParkShenandoah National ParkJust 75 miles from the bustle of Washington, D.C., Shenandoah National Park is a land bursting with cascading waterfalls, spectacular vistas, fields of wildflowers, and quiet wooded hollows. With over 200,000 acres of protected lands that are haven to deer, songbirds, and black bear, there's so much to explore...and your journey begins right here!4 in the park · 111 within 50 mi · 46 free nearby6 alertsEntrance $30 per vehicle
6 alertsEntrance $30 per vehicle
National SeashoreAssateague Island National SeashoreWant to live on the edge? Visit a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Life on Assateague Island has adapted to an existence on the move. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime forests and coastal bays. Rest, relax, recreate and enjoy some time on the edge of the continent.1 in the park · 61 within 50 mi · 5 free nearby1 alertEntrance $25 per vehicle
1 alertEntrance $25 per vehicle
National Historical ParkCumberland Gap National Historical ParkCumberland Gap was the first great gateway to the west. Come follow the path of bison, Native Americans, longhunters, and pioneers. Walk where 300,000 people crossed the Appalachians to settle America. Explore 85 miles of trails and 14,000 acres of wilderness. Stand in 3 states at once. Explore a cave, see Hensley Settlement, or camp under the stars. Come find your connection to Cumberland Gap.1 in the park · 10 within 25 mi1 alert
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National Historical ParkHarpers Ferry National Historical ParkAt the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your connection to the struggle for freedom, education, and civil rights at Storer College. Discover miles of trail in the Blue Ridge and along Civil War battlefields.62 within 25 mi · 13 free nearby2 alertsEntrance $20 per vehicle
2 alertsEntrance $20 per vehicle
Civil War Defenses of WashingtonOn forested hills surrounding the nation's capital are the remnants of a complex system of Civil War fortifications. These strategic buttresses transformed the young capital into one of the world's most fortified cities. By 1865, 68 forts and 93 batteries armed with over 800 cannons encircled Washington, DC. Today, you can visit 18 of the original sites now managed by the National Park Service.51 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby1 alert
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Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee MemorialArlington House is the nation’s memorial to Robert E. Lee. It honors him for specific reasons, including his role in promoting peace and reunion after the Civil War. In a larger sense it exists as a place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American history: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom.48 within 25 mi · 2 free nearby1 alert
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Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing ArtsNo matter what your age or taste in shows, you'll find something you like onstage at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. From May through September, multiple amphitheaters in the park present performances such as musicals, dance, opera, jazz, and popular and country music. A good time to explore the beauty and history of the park without the crowds is October - April.47 within 25 mi · 5 free nearby
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National Historical ParkCedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical ParkVirginia’s Shenandoah Valley has a long and rich heritage that still inspires today. Native Americans first shaped the land, followed by colonists and settlers. The fertile valley became an important wheat-growing region in the 1800s. It also witnessed dramatic Civil War campaigns, including the Battle of Cedar Creek, a decisive Federal victory that helped bring the war to an end.43 within 25 mi · 30 free nearby
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National Historical ParkColonial National Historical ParkOn May 13, 1607, Jamestown was established as the first permanent English settlement in North America. Three cultures came together – European, Virginia Indian and African–to create a new society that would eventually seek independence from Great Britain. On October 19, 1781, American and French troops defeated the British at Yorktown in the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War.42 within 25 mi1 alertEntrance $15 per person
1 alertEntrance $15 per person
National Battlefield ParkManassas National Battlefield ParkOn July 21, 1861, two armies clashed for the first time on the fields overlooking Bull Run. Heavy fighting swept away any notion of a quick war. In August 1862, Union and Confederate armies converged for a second time on the plains of Manassas. The Confederates won a solid victory bringing them to the height of their power.42 within 25 mi · 9 free nearby
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Trails crossing Virginia 6
- Appalachian National Scenic Trail14 states
- Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail6 states
- Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail4 states
- Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail4 states
- Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail3 states
- Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail10 states
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