Openings · last 7 days
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01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10374922
When Camp Mawavi reopens
Camp Mawavi's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
0
Openings · last 90 days
18
Only 18 openings in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027 · of 1 monitored site
Of the 25 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 16 open for online reservation · 2 reserved · 4 closed · 3 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Where the open windows are
36% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 16 of 25 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online36%
Open site-nights16 / 25
Reserved (of online inventory)2 / 18
Weekday openings9
Weekend openings7
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 9 fall on weekdays and 7 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027November shows no online availability. 0 of 7 tracked site-nights are open there — 4 closed, 3 unavailable.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 1 site| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open | |
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night. Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Availability
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| Camp Mawavi | 16 |
This site currently has 16 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Apr 16, 2027
Next open weekendFri · Apr 16, 2027
November0 of 7 · no online availability
The next bookable night is Apr 16, 2027; the first open weekend starts Apr 16, 2027. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
16 open site-nights across 1 site at Camp Mawavi, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 2 2-night, 2 3-night, 2 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Apr 16, 2027 at site Camp Mawavi.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Mawavi | Not recorded | None | 16 | 9 nights | Apr 16, 2027, Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027, Apr 28, 2027, Apr 29, 2027 +4 more |
About Camp Mawavi
Overview
Prince William Forest Park is a 15,000-acre forested oasis, located 35 miles south of Washington, DC. 21 miles of bicycle trails and 37 miles of hiking trails crisscross Quantico Creek and its tributaries. Camp Mawavi, also known as Cabin Camp 2, first hosted campers in 1937. For many years, Camp Mawavi, run by the Campfire Girls of America, operated out of this camp. The camp sleeps 148 visitors and consists of approximately 132 acres. This rustic camp mainly contains 4 person cabins, with a few 2 and 6 person cabins. The units are clustered in a circular arrangement and contain 8 cabins, a bath house, and a lodge. Each unit is in a grassy clearing that is surrounded by dense forest. The large ballfield and lake access in the camp are among the best in the park. Camp Mawavi was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.
Recreation
There is a large field area available for recreational sports. Access to the lake is a short walk from the camp. Hiking and biking trails are a short walk from the camp.
Facilities
Camp Mawavi is set up in four units with cabins that sleep 2 to 12 people. In each cabin there are lights, electrical outlets, bunks and mattresses. Sleeping cabins do not have heat or air conditioning. Campers must bring all gear including bedding, pillows, and towels.
Restrooms: There are five bath houses throughout the camp - one in A Unit, one in B Unit, one in C Unit, one in D Unit, and one behind the dining hall (Building 95). There is also a restroom located in the dining hall and infirmary. Campers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing floors, shower stalls, sinks, and toilets. Plungers and toilet brushes are provided. Campers must bring hand soap, detergents, and other necessary toiletries. Toilet paper is provided.
Kitchen and Dining Hall: The dining hall seats up to 126 people and contains a commercial kitchen. The park provides no food to campers. The dining hall provides wooden tables and benches. The kitchen is equipped with the following:
10 burner gas stove
3 ovens
Microwave
Large griddle
Walk-in refrigerator
Freezer
Large sinks
Food warming station with 4 trays
Storage space
Plenty of counter space
Groups may do their own cooking or utilize a caterer. Groups may use the fireplaces inside the dining hall. Campers are responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the dining hall after use. Campers must bring utensils, pots, pans, baking sheets, cutlery, and other kitchen tools. Sleeping is not permitted in the dining hall, per fire code.
Natural Features
Camp Mawavi is located within a nearly 15,000-acre forest. There is a large field area available for recreational sports. Access to the lake and hiking is a short walk from the camp.
Nearby Attractions
Camp Mawavi is located 35 miles south of Washington D.C. and a few miles from the National Museum of the Marine Corps.
1 monitored siteNo hookups1 shadedFire pitsMax party 149
Getting there
GPS Address: 17175 Mawavi Rd. Triangle, VA 22172. From Points North Use Interstate 95 South. Take Virginia exit 150 onto Joplin Road, Highway 619. Continue on Joplin Road for four and a half miles. Turn right on Mawavi Road. Mawavi Road is graveled. In one-eighth of a mile, the road comes to a T intersection. Turn left to Camp Mawavi (Cabin Camp 2). Drive one mile to the parking lot. From Points South Use Interstate 95 North. Take Virginia exit 150. At the stop sign at the bottom of the exit ramp, turn left. Continue on Joplin Road for five miles. Turn right on Mawavi Road. Mawavi Road is graveled. In one-eighth of a mile, the road comes to a T intersection. Turn left to Camp Mawavi (Cabin Camp 2). Drive one mile to the parking lot. From Points West From the community of Independent Hill, use Joplin Road Highway 619 to approach the camp. Turn left at Mawavi Road. Mawavi Road is graveled. In one-eighth of a mile, the road comes to a T intersection. Turn left to reach the camp. Drive one mile to the parking lot.
17175 Mawavi Road, Triangle, VA 22172703-221-5843
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Camp Mawavi?
Reservations for Camp Mawavi are made through Recreation.gov. 16 of 25 tracked site-nights are currently open (64%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 18 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 19:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Camp Mawavi?
Campsite Sniper detected 18 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Camp Mawavi?
2 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Apr 16, 2027 at site Camp Mawavi. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Camp Mawavi?
April 2027, with 13 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 15.
When is the next open date at Camp Mawavi?
As of the Nov 2, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Apr 16, 2027 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Apr 16, 2027. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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