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Telegraph Picnic Pavilion

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  • 1 site for group campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 202 ft
  • Near TrianglePrince William Forest Park

Telegraph Picnic Pavilion is a covered pavilion with twelve picnic tables located in Prince William Forest Park, 35 miles (56 km) southwest of Washington, D.C. A large parking area near the pavilion can accommodate 75 vehicles, and the pavilion has electrical outlets. Four charcoal grills, a restroom, and a water fountain are located near the pavilion. Short trails near the pavilion access an open playfield, picnic area, and the park's visitor center. Telegraph Pavilion is universally accessible since a 2025 renovation. Prince William Forest Park became a national park during the Great Depression. In 1935, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) began restoring the previously over-farmed acreage, converting it to recreational lands for public use. The CCC built trails, dams and cabins, making the park a wonderful place for recreation and relaxation.

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  • Best time to go · Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov

    Best time to visit Telegraph Picnic Pavilion

    Best months: March–June and September–November. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      45° / 28°

      10 wet

    2. Feb

      48° / 30°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      56° / 37°

      11 wet

    4. Apr

      68° / 47°

      11 wet

    5. May

      75° / 57°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      84° / 66°

      11 wet

    7. Jul

      88° / 71°

      10 wet

    8. Aug

      86° / 69°

      9 wet

    9. Sep

      80° / 62°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      69° / 50°

      9 wet

    11. Nov

      58° / 39°

      9 wet

    12. Dec

      49° / 32°

      10 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Quantico Mcas, VA, 4.6 mi away at 10 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Telegraph Picnic Pavilion

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