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Can you go to Valley Forge at night?
Open areas are accessible during normal park hours, from 7AM to 30 minutes past sunset every day.
What can you do at Valley Forge National Park?
Explore This Park
- Tour the Encampment.
- Hiking and Biking. ’78 Mile Challenge. Bird Watching. Run Through Time.
- Horseback Riding.
- Ranger-led Programs.
How much does it cost to get into Valley Forge?
Entrance Fees: Entrance to Valley Forge is free.
Do you have to pay to get into Valley Forge?
Entry to Valley Forge National Historical Park is free of charge. Valley Forge does not sell national park passes, but they may be purchased online and at fee-based parks.
Can you swim at Valley Forge park?
If you are looking for something a little nicer or less crowded, you can also check out some local swim clubs. Valley Forge Casino Resort’s new Valley Beach Poolside Club opened for business this month. North Shore Beach Club on Germantown Avenue in Northern Liberties is Philadelphia’s only 21-and-older swim club.
Is Valley Forge open for visitors?
Valley Forge is a fee-free park open year-round and sees nearly two million visitors annually.
Is Valley Forge Military Academy closing?
The trustees are “right-sizing” the institution, paying off debts, and licensing the Valley Forge brand online to raise money. The current board chairman, John English, who runs a defense contracting consultancy, described the angry alums as a “collection of malcontents.” “This place isn’t closing,” said English.
Is Valley Forge worth visiting?
Valley Forge National Park was not only historical, but very beautiful. We caught the end of the fall color and the views were lovely. The Visitors’ Center and the orientation film gave us a good sense of the park, and the trolley tour we took was very comfortable and very informative.
Where to stay in Valley Forge National Park?
There are no overnight accomodations or campgrounds at Valley Forge National Historical Park, but there are many lodging options in the communities surrounding the park. The Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board is available to assist visitors with lodging, dining, and other guest services in the Montgomery County area.
How big was the winter camp at Valley Forge?
Valley Forge: Building the Winter Camp. Within days of arriving at Valley Forge, troops constructed 1,500 to 2,000 log huts in parallel lines that would house 12,000 soldiers and 400 women and children throughout the winter. Washington directed that each hut measure approximately 14 feet by 16 feet.
How to contact Valley Forge National Historical Park?
The Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board is available to assist visitors with lodging, dining, and other guest services in the Montgomery County area. Contact a Visitor Service Liaison at the park, call 610-783-1031.
What are the rules for picnicking in Valley Forge?
Picnicking is on a first-come, first-served basis. Fires are permitted in all picnic areas. All grill accoutrements and used charcoal must be packed out of the park by the user. Additional information about picnicking in the park and other park laws and policies may be found in the Superintendent’s Compendium.