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Pyrite Mine Hike at Prince William Forest Park

2025-04-19 10:00:00 2025-04-19 12:00:00 America/New_York Pyrite Mine Hike at Prince William Forest Park Prince William Forest Park-Parking Lot D -

Saturday, April 19
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-19 10:00:00 2025-04-19 12:00:00 America/New_York Pyrite Mine Hike at Prince William Forest Park Meet a ranger on Saturday, April 19, at 10:00 a.m. at Parking Lot D on Prince William Forest Park's Scenic Drive for a two-hour hike.  Prince William Forest Park-Parking Lot D -

Meet a ranger on Saturday, April 19, at 10:00 a.m. at Parking Lot D on Prince William Forest Park's Scenic Drive for a two-hour hike. 

Explore the unique mining history and the historic communities of the park as you tour the remains of the Cabin Branch Pyrite Mine on this two-mile guided hike. See the foundations of old mine buildings and cross a historic bridge over Quantico Creek! It is recommended to bring water and bug spray and wear comfortable hiking shoes on this mostly shaded forest hike.

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