Located in the rural crescent of Prince William County Virginia 45 miles from Washington DC, Camp William B. Snyder encompasses 325-acres including a managed wetland. A premier camping location within the National Capital Area Council of Scouting America our facility has been open to Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturers and community organizations since 2006. Whether you come to camp, foster team-building, enjoy a high-quality outdoor program experience or just need a place to stay while visiting DC we are here for you.
*Vehicles are to remain on the gravel roads only. Under no circumstances may a vehicle be driven or parked in or on grassy areas or treed areas for any reason.
*In accordance with Virginia law firewood may not be brought into camp.
*No new campfire sites established. You are expected to have ample water nearby when using established campfire rings.
*All fires must be extinguished if not attended.
Please note: Throughout the year, a state fire ban maybe in effect.You can obtain information on the ban through the Virginia Department of Forestry website
*Camp Quiet Hours are 10pm-6am.
*All theme areas (ship, fort, big-dig) are off limits unless rented and specified on your rental agreement.
*Alcohol is not permitted on camp premises.
*Cigarettes, Vaping, and E-cigarettes are restricted to the approved smoking area behind the Dining Hall.
*No pets are permitted on camp premises. Service Animals are allowed with prior arrangements made with Camp Administrative Staff.
Emergency Telephone Numbers and Information:
Police, Fire, and Rescue: 911
Prince William County Police (non-emergency number) 703-792-6500
Emergency Room - UVA Haymarket Medical Center (Emergency room) 571-284-1000
15225 Heathcote Blvd, Haymarket, VA (2.22 miles from camp)
UVA Prince William Medical Center (Emergency room) 703-369-8000
8700 Sudley Road, Manassas (11.56 miles from camp)
From the east (Capital Beltway – Route I-495):
Take Interstate 66 west to exit #40 (Route 15).
Travel south on Route 15 to the second traffic light and turn right onto Route 55 (John Marshall Hwy).
Travel west about 1 mile to Antioch Road.
Turn right onto Antioch Road and follow sign to Camp Snyder.
From the south:
Travel north on Route 15 (Warrenton), Route 7100 (Fairfax County Pkwy) or Route 28 (Manassas) to Interstate 66.
Travel west on Interstate 66 to exit # 40 (Haymarket, VA).
Travel south on Route 15 to the second traffic light and turn right onto Route 55 (John Marshall Hwy).
Travel west about 1 mile to Antioch Road.
Turn right onto Antioch Road and follow sign to Camp Snyder.
From the north:
Travel south on Route 15 (Leesburg), Route 28 (Sterling) or Route 123 (McLean) to Interstate 66.
Travel west on Interstate 66 to exit #40 (Haymarket, VA).
Travel south on Route 15 to the second traffic light and turn right onto Route 55 (John Marshall Hwy).
Travel west about 1 mile to Antioch Road.
Turn right onto Antioch Road and follow sign to Camp Snyder.
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Day
08:00 AM
08:00 PM
Night
05:00 PM
11:00 AM
Camp Snyder facilites are available to Scout Units, schools, church groups, established youth organizations, and government agencies. We do not rent facilites to private party events. We are only able to support tent camping or cabin camping.
All groups/organizations must check in at the Hylton building upon arrival. (first on the right when you enter the camp gates)
The event or unit leader is responsible for providing a head count for the event upon arrival, they also need to confirm correct contact information in case of emergency.
Camping is allowed only in designated camping areas and parking is not allowed in the campsite loop.
By Order of the Prince William Fire Marshal and per PWC Land Usage agreement, all vehicles must park in main parking lot. One trailer will be allowed to remain in a campsite area only in the designated space. If using a trailer ensure that you have it noted in your reservation comments or you alert Camp Administrative Staff prior to your event.
Following Virginia State guidelines, no firewood may be brought into camp.
Camp quiet hours are 10:00pm – 6:00am
Check-out is at 11:00am on your last day.
Please contact the Campmaster or Camp Ranger on duty to inspect the facilities you have used prior to your departure.
You are expected to leave the campsite and the shower house closest to your camp site in as good or better shape than you found it. Cleaning materials are provided. All trash is to be in a tied up in garbage bags and deposited in the green dumpsters located behind the dining hall.
For activities/events with per person fees:
- 75% refund if cancelled within 14 days of booking, provided event is more than 30 days out
- No refunds available within 30 days of the event
- Full refunds are available for events/activities cancelled by Council or Camp Snyder.
- A full refund may be processed on a case by case basis when attendees are affected by military orders or family emergencies. Please contact camp.snyder@scouting.org for additional information.
For Facilities:
- Campsites & Program Areas
- 100% refund available within 14 days of booking, provided the reservation date is more than 30 days out.
- 50% refund available if reservation date is more than 30 days out, but outside the 14 day booking window.
- 25% refund available if reservation date is between 14-30 days out.
- No refunds available if reservation date is within 14 days.
- Cabins & Equipment Rentals
- 100% refund available within 14 days of booking, provided the reservation date is more than 45 days out.
- 50% refund available if reservation date is more than 45 days out, but outside of the 14 day booking window.
- 25% refund available if reservation date is between 30-45 days out.
- No refunds available if reservation date is within 30 days.
Visitors to Camp Snyder are expected to assist in cleaning the Showerhouses shared by their unit(s), and Campsite(s) or Cabin(s). Please see the Cleaning Procedures documents for the specific facility rentals.
