Fort Montgomery State Historic Site
County: Orange Co
Open: Seasonally (See description for details)
Price: Grounds - Free
Dog-friendly: No, Dogs are not Allowed
Fort Montgomery was the scene of a fierce Revolutionary War battle for control of the Hudson River. Visitors today can tour the remains of the 14-acre fortification, perched on a cliff overlooking the magnificent Hudson.
Visitors can learn about this important military post at the site’s museum, which showcases original artifacts and weapons, large scale models of the fort and the attack, highly detailed mannequins frozen in poses of battle, and an action packed fifteen minute movie of the 1777 assault.
Features include:
- Hiking
- Visitors Center
HOURS:
Open Seasonally beginning April
ADMISSION:
Grounds are free; Tours (when offered) $3