Campground · VA
Chopawamsic Backcountry Camping Permits
VA · Prince William Forest Park
Chopawamsic Backcountry Camping Permits is generally easy to book. Across the 11 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in January (4/10) and eases to its lowest in June (1/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (January), arrivals are lightest on Monday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
Activities: FISHING, PHOTOGRAPHY, WILDERNESS, HIKING, CAMPING, BIRDING, BACKPACKING, WILDLIFE VIEWING
How much does it cost to camp at Chopawamsic Backcountry Camping Permits?
Reservation Fee: $8 if booked online or $9 if booked through at Recreation.gov’s call center, (877) 444-6777 (toll free) or (606) 515-6777 (international) 10 a.m. – 12 a.m. (Eastern Time Zone). The reservation fee cover the cost of reservation services. Recreation Use Fee: $0. Backcountry camping permits are free. Entrance Fee: All vehicles entering the park must also pay the park vehicle entrance fee. Visit the park website's fees and passes page for rates.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.