Valley Forge National Historical Park
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Valley Forge at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Be a Valley Forge B.A.R.K. Ranger
- Nearby city
- King of Prussia, PA
Explore this park
Alerts(6)
Multiple Park Road Closures After Heavy Storm Winds (June 23, 2026)
Multiple park roads are closed due to downed trees and power lines after heavy storm winds passed through the park on the evening of Monday, June 22. Park roads will reopen once trees have been removed and power lines repaired. Closed roads include Wilson Rd and parking lot, Yellow Springs Road from Knox Covered Bridge to park's western boundary, South Outer Line Drive beyond the National Memorial Arch, and North, West, and South Inner Line Drives. Access to Artillery Park from Gulph Road remains open.
Route 252 Closed between Route 23 and Covered Bridge - June 15 to June 26
PennDOT Drainage Crew will replace eight drainage pipes along Route 252 between Route 23 and the Knox Covered Bridge on Yellow Springs Road. Work is scheduled to begin on Monday June 15 and is expected to be completed by Friday June 26, 2026. Daytime road closures will be in effect throughout the project. All traffic will be detoured during working hours. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow additional travel time, and follow posted detour routes.
Isaac Potts House (Washington's Headquarters) Closed For Restoration
NPS detailsThe Isaac Potts House (Washington's Headquarters at Valley Forge) is temporarily closed for a restoration project. The Washington's Headquarters area, including the Valley Forge Train Station and exhibits, Commander-In-Chief's Guard Huts, and George Washington statue, remains open and accessible during regular operating hours. Learn more about the restoration project at the link below.
Dogs Prohibited on Grand Parade Trails from April 1 to September 15
The Grand Parade Trails are closed to dogs from April 1 to September 15 to protect breeding birds nesting in the meadows. Nesting songbirds see dogs as predators, which can stress the birds and lead to less productive or even failed nests.
Maurice Stephens Parking Lot Closed During Construction Project
NPS detailsThe parking lot near the Maurice Stephens house, located on Rt 23 opposite from the Washington Memorial Chapel, is closed during construction and renovation work on the house. Visitors are encouraged to park in the Chapel lot for Grand Parade trail access
County Line Road Closed Monday To Friday
County Line Road is closed during the week, from Monday through Friday. The closure will apply to all vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic. Please find an alternate route.
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Planning Valley Forge National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Valley Forge. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
