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outdoors, log huts, gravel path, sunset, clouds

The sun sets at Muhlenberg's Brigade.

a building that extends into a hillside with a flagpole and landscaping out front

The front entrance to the Visitor Center at Valley Forge.

outdoors, monument, statue, man on horse, grass, trees, clouds.

The Anthony Wayne Statue at Valley Forge.

outdoors, grass, trees, stone house, blue sky

Washington's Headquarters in spring.

The National Memorial Arch at Valley Forge.

Physical Address:

1400 North Outer Line Drive

King of Prussia, PA 19406

Mailing Address:

1400 North Outer Line Drive

King of Prussia, PA 19406

contact-details

Phone Number: 6107831000 Voice

Email Address: vafo_superintendent@nps.gov
Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

Valley Forge is the encampment site of the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-1778. The park features 3,500 acres of meadows, woodlands, and monuments commemorating the sacrifices and perseverance of the Revolutionary War generation and honoring the power of people to pull together and overcome adversity during extraordinary times.

park designation:National Historical Park

Directions:

The park is conveniently located off of U.S. Route 422. The main entrance to the park is at the intersection of State Route 23 and North Gulph Road. From the Pennsylvania Turnpike, take Exit 326. From Interstate I-76, take Route 422 West to Route 23 West/Valley Forge. From State Route 252, take State Route 23 East.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions

Operating Hours:

Park Grounds

The park grounds including roads, trails, and monuments are open from 7:00 AM to Dark (30 minutes after sunset) year round. Park grounds remain open on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.

Visitor Center at Valley Forge

The Visitor Center building reopened on June 17, 2021 after an extensive renovation project. Open daily, 9 AM to 5 PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Year's days.

Exceptions:

Closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)

Closed on Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)

Closed on New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Washington's Headquarters

Washington's Headquarters, also known as the Isaac Potts House, is the structure used by General George Washington and his household during the 1777-1778 encampment of the Continental Army at Valley Forge.

Exceptions:

January/February Hours (January 1, 2025 - March 9, 2025)

November/December Hours (November 6, 2024 - December 31, 2024)

Closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)

Closed on Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)

Closed on New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Open on Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 20, 2025 - January 20, 2025)

Open on Washington's Birthday (February 17, 2025 - February 17, 2025)

Historic Valley Forge Station

The historic Valley Forge Station building is an elegant passenger train station designed to welcome visitors arriving to Valley Forge State Park. The building was constructed in 1911 and replaced an older structure. Today it is home to interpretive exhibits.

Exceptions:

January/February Hours (January 1, 2025 - March 9, 2025)

November/December Hours (November 6, 2024 - December 31, 2024)

Closed on Thanksgiving Day (November 28, 2024 - November 28, 2024)

Closed on Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)

Closed on New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

Open on Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. (January 20, 2025 - January 20, 2025)

Open on Washington's Birthday (February 17, 2025 - February 17, 2025)

Varnum's Quarters

An encampment-era building.

Weather Information:

Winters at Valley Forge are cold and damp with a cool spring and fall and a hot and humid summer. Sturdy hiking shoes are recommended for outdoor recreation during the snowy winter season. Find more detailed weather information here: www.nps.gov/vafo/planyourvisit/weather.htm