Valley Forge National Historical Park

Valley Forge National Historical Park is nationally significant as the location of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington.

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  • Phone

    (610) 783-1000

  • Website

    nps.gov/vafo/index.htm

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    National Park

Address

1400 N Outer Line Dr (btwn Gulph & Valley Creek Rd) King of Prussia , PA 19406 United States

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visitPA

Valley Forge National Historic Park offers guests a visitors center and historic buildings , including Washington’s headquarters from his winter encampment of 1777-78. A must-see historical attraction !

Joshie Andrews

I love the cabins , cannons and reenactments. If you get the chance don't forget the visitors center they have souvenirs and display cases of artifacts found on the grounds .

visitPA

The National Park Service turns 100 years old in 2016, and Valley Forge National Historical Park will offer unique celebrations throughout the year making it a must-see destination for history lovers!

Maddie Lippincott

SO many awesome trails to explore and the rangers are very knowledgeable . Listen to the history or take a hike -- either way, your time won't be wasted here.

Will Mahony

Beautiful, well-designed park . Highly recommend renting an electric bike to cruise the park and stop off at the historic sites/monuments.

visitPA

Entry is free, so enjoy a visit to the site of General George Washington’s encampment in the winter of 1777, Washington’s headquarters , Washington Memorial Chapel, and replicate cabins and cannons.

Leslie Driskill

Very nice park with plenty of history and nature to enjoy.

Seasons 52

Beautiful park and hiking trails with a visitor center and 10 mile scenic drive with an audio guide. Be sure to check out the local historical places too.

James C

Great introduction clip and really informative Rangers that are really helpful. Encampment store was really great.

Leslie Carbone

Awesome park with beautiful landscapes and inspiring history! Bring a picnic lunch and plan plenty of time to see the monuments .

Jason Shellhammer

Beautiful little park . Bring a bike ???? great trails . It’s free. Come during fall or spring.

Visit Philly

Valley Forge offers a glimpse into the Revolutionary War. Explore by car or on foot guided by the free cell phone tour , (484) 396-1018. Admission to the park and to Washington’s Headquarters is free.

Daniel L

One of the best historic places in the Philly area. You can spend all day here and not see everything.

Jacob Ford

If you stand under this tree and say Jerry Bruckheimer three times, Nicolas Cage appears with a mysterious novel written by the gods.

Merrie D.

Great trails for running, biking , and even hiking ! Especially beautiful in the fall. Check out the historical movie in the visitors' center if you have time.

Meredith Merrill

They give military discounts for the trolley tour ! Did the trolley tour and really enjoyed it! We learned a lot about Valley Forge an it wasn't boring at all!

Jake Smith

If the soldiers survived winter without shoes , you probably don't need them either.

Joseph Nevin

The buildings such as the Visitor Center and Washington's Headquarters are open 9-5, but the park grounds are open sunrise to sunset !

WeatherZombie.com

Visit Valley Forge when the weather is nice and you want to enjoy the great outdoors. Escape to Valley Forge when the zombie apocalypse hits. Remember zombies can't climb trees !

Tara

Great place for a long, pretty, peaceful walk with the dog or the kid or the spouse or any combination of the three!

Jack Miller Center

If you drive through the park , be sure and cross the old covered bridge that crosses the Valley Forge stream. You can park and have several choices for a pick-nic.

Brenton Marcom

Miles and miles of driving, walking, and biking trails through this hallowed ground. Absolutely incredible!

Visit Philly

Leashed pets are welcome at Valley Forge National Historical Park, a 3,500-acre park that was home to Washington’s winter encampment in 1777.

Carol Dwyer

catch a trolley tour of the park , or a reenactment...visit the chapel to see a lot of beautiful architecture along with more historical info

Chris

Try to get Bree for your trolley tour and sit in the back on the left side for the best photo opportunities .

Diana

Beautiful trails , nature and history!

ToryBurch

A beautiful park year-round, and great for early-morning runs.

Gloria M

One of the most serene parks in the Philly area

Natalie Koch

Beautiful park and great trails to bike around on!

Elizabeth

So many miles of trails for running

visitPA

We hope you're wearing a Tricorn Hat. Either way, stop in at the Cabin Chapel Shop for fresh homemade soups & the area’s best hot dogs .

Vince LoGreco

If you like watching trains , get a parking spot at the Port Kennedy Station on the east end of the park or sit on a bench at the main station near Washington's Headquarters .

WDW Tour Company

The auto tour at Valley Forge is well worth it. If you go make sure to stop at George Washington's headquarters

Abbey Savoy

Gorgeous place to take a walk or even ride a bike

Jason Wood

Its a great place for a bike ride or jog in the early morning.

Sam Odle

Great trails and hiking

Derral Eves

Sweet canons!

Scott Van Metre

What were they thinking when they design the visitor center ! Talk about out of place.

Kevi Kev

Great place to walk/run. Too many old people that don't mind their own damn business though!

Lou Bevilacqua

One of the best places to run in the philadelphia area

B Russ

The GW chapel is a must see!!

Christopher Abbonizio

Best walking/running trail in the Philadelphia area

Dale Walter

Thank god for George I hate tea

Adriana Maxwell

At the beginning..

The Movie Lord

Snowing in the park , it's kind of creepy.

Carrie P

You can spend HOURS here and not know where the time went! Happy trails !

Diana Dalasio

Great place for deer watching.

Juan Lalinde

This place looks amazing for running.

Argenis Pinto

Ruining trails

Alejandro Guerrero

Nice photos

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Good walking & biking trails along with historical landmarks - Scott Beard

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Nice arch. Very big as well. Lots of nice backdrops for pics. - Jason Shellhammer

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Take a nice hike on the trail after the restrooms. Go along the ridge, then take the path down the hill and follow the stream all the way back. Splash in the water during summer. - Ryan Miller

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Great places to shop! Of course on the more pricey side though. I feel like everyone would enjoy looking around, it's huge! - Erica Coles

8.1
Historic and Protected Site
Encampment Tour Stop 2 - Muhlenberg Brigade

Great recreations of the cabins! - Brenton Marcom