Valley Forge National Historical Park - King of Prussia, Pennsylvania
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member gparkes
N 40° 06.079 W 075° 25.348
18T E 463991 N 4439088
Valley Forge was the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army.
Waymark Code: WMAKW5
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 01/26/2011
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member GT.US
Views: 19

Valley Forge National Historical Park is nationally significant as the site of the 1777-78 winter encampment of the Continental Army under General George Washington. Few places evoke the spirit of patriotism and independence, represent individual and collective sacrifice, or demonstrate the resolve, tenacity and determination of the people of the United States to be free as does Valley Forge. The historic landscapes, structures, objects, and archeological and natural resources at Valley Forge are tangible links to one of the most defining events in our nation's history. Here the Continental Army under Washington's leadership emerged as a cohesive and disciplined fighting force. The Valley Forge experience is fundamental to both American history and American myth, and remains a source of inspiration for Americans and the world.

Valley Forge National Historical Park contains 28 miles of authorized trail that are popular for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Park Hours
Park grounds

Open daily, year-round 7 am to dark

Visitor Center
9 am to 5 pm daily
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day

* Information taken from the National Park Service website.

Park Name: Valley Forge National Historic Park

Historic/Cultural Park: yes

Natural Park: yes

Recreation Area: yes

Wildlife Refuge: no

Other Park Type not listed above:
N/A


Park Website: [Web Link]

Type of Listing: Visitor Center

Fees in Local Currency: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Dates of Access: From: 01/01/2011 To: 12/31/2011

Hours available: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM

Hiking: yes

Camping: no

Bicycling: yes

Horseback Riding: yes

Off-Roading: no

Swimming: no

Snorkling/Scuba: no

Boating: no

Rock Climbing: no

Fishing: no

Other Activities:
History.


Other Type Detail: Not listed

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