Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10374924
When Camp Orenda reopens
Camp Orenda's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
6
Openings · last 90 days
24
Only 24 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 24 tracked site-nights (Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027): 18 open for online reservation · 1 closed · 5 unavailable (cause unspecified).
Where the open windows are
25% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 18 of 24 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Nov 2, 2026 – May 3, 2027Not open online25%
Open site-nights18 / 24
Reserved (of online inventory)0 / 18
Weekday openings9
Weekend openings9
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 9 fall on weekdays and 9 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Nov 2026 – May 2027November shows no online availability. 0 of 6 tracked site-nights are open there — 1 closed, 5 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 Orenda | 18 |
This site currently has 18 site-nights available.
Next windows
As of Nov 2, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Apr 16, 2027
Next open weekendFri · Apr 16, 2027
November0 of 6 · 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
18 open site-nights across 1 site at Camp Orenda, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 1 2-night, 1 3-night, 1 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 Orenda.
All 1 site with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Orenda | Not recorded | None | 18 | 18 nights | Apr 16, 2027, Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027, Apr 27, 2027 +6 more |
About Camp Orenda
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. Construction in Camp Orenda, also known as Cabin Camp 3, was completed in 1938. It was the first camp built in the park with larger cabins to accommodate mothers and small children attending camp. Today, Camp Orenda is divided into individual cabin rentals (A and B Units) and this group cabin camp rental which includes C Unit and access to the dining hall, main craft lodge and infirmary buildings. Camp Orenda can sleep up to 76 visitors in its very rustic cabins.
Recreation
There is a small field area available for recreational sports. Hiking and biking trails are a short walk from the camp.
Facilities
Camp Orenda group campground is located in the C Unit . A Unit and B Unit are rented out separately for individuals, not groups. Please be aware that all cabin campers are obligated to pay the park entrance fee or possess a valid National Park pass.
C Unit has six cabins that sleep 10 in each. Additional sleeping areas include the infirmary and building 70, for an additional 18 sleeping spots. 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 is one bath house in the C Unit. There are also restrooms located in the dining hall, craft lodge 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 80 people and contains a commercial kitchen. The park does not provide food to campers. The dining hall provides wooden tables and benches. The kitchen is equipped with the following:
10 burner gas stove
3 ovens
Large griddle
Microwave
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 Orenda Camp is located within a nearly 15,000-acre forest. There is a small field area available for recreational sports. Access to park trails is only a short walk from the camp.
Nearby Attractions
Camp Orenda 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 76
Getting there
GPS Address: 5000 Scenic Drive, Triangle, VA 22172 From Points North Use Interstate 95 South. Take Virginia exit 150 onto Joplin Road, Highway 619. Continue on Joplin Road for a half mile. Turn right on Park Entrance Road. Travel on Park Entrance Road for three quarters of a mile. Turn left onto Scenic Drive. Travel for one mile, entrance to Camp Orenda (Cabin Camp 3) will be on the right side. This will be a gravel road. Main parking area will be the first right, continue straight for the dining hall. 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 a half mile. Turn right on Park Entrance Road. Travel on Park Entrance Road for three quarters of a mile. Turn left onto Scenic Drive. Travel for one mile, entrance to Camp Orenda (Cabin Camp 3) will be on the right side. This will be a gravel road. Main parking area will be the first right, continue straight for the dining hall. From Points West From the community of Independent Hill, use Joplin Road Highway 619 to Park Entrance Road, approximately 9 miles. Turn left on Park Entrance Road. Travel on Park Entrance Road for three quarters of a mile. Turn left onto Scenic Drive. Travel for one mile, entrance to Camp Orenda (Cabin Camp 3) will be on the right side. This will be a gravel road. Main parking area will be the first right, continue straight for the dining hall.
5000 Scenic Drive, Triangle, VA 22172703-221-5843
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Camp Orenda?
Reservations for Camp Orenda are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 18 of 24 tracked site-nights are open (75%), though availability can change. Campsite Sniper has also detected 24 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 16:20 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 Orenda?
Campsite Sniper detected 24 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 Orenda?
1 three-night opening is showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Apr 16, 2027 at site Camp Orenda. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Camp Orenda?
April 2027, with 15 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 15.
When is the next open date at Camp Orenda?
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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