About Fort Stanwix National Monument
For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Europeans arrived, nations fought for control of the carry, the homelands of the Six Nations Confederacy, and the rich resources of North America. In this struggle, Fort Stanwix would play a vital role.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
The Park lies within a temperate zone and experiences four full seasons. Summer can become very hot and humid. Snow is common as late as May and as early as October. The fort area can become muddy in all seasons. With most activities outdoors, good closed-toe walking shoes and low…
NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: New York. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Operating Hours
The cost of admission to the park is FREE. Park trails and lawn are open from sunrise to sunset everyday. Hours vary and alternate throughout the year. They can be found here: Visit www.nps.gov/fost/planyourvisit/hours.htm The park closed on most federal holidays.
Activities
Getting There
Take I-90 (NY Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona-Rome). Turn Right onto Rt. 365 E. Follow Rt. 365, veering left as Rt. 365 merges with Rt 69 at the fork in the road. This will take you over an arterial bridge into the City of Rome. Fort Stanwix NM will be across Erie Blvd. on the right side of James Street.
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Fort Stanwix B.A.R.K. Rangers!
Did you know that dogs are welcome to visit Fort Stanwix National Monument with their special people? Learn the rules…
Hands - On History
Have you ever wanted to become a time traveler? Visit the historic fort during the summer months and try one…
Colonial Dress-Up Trunk
You can dress up like a real colonial person during your visit to Fort Stanwix National Monument!
Explore the Fort Garden
Soldiers at the fort were encouraged to tend gardens, and we have a few examples of what they grew! Come…
Historic Fort Self-Guided Tour
A self-guided room tour guide can be found inside the park brochure or provided by a ranger upon entry to…
A Forgotten Civil War: The Revolution in the Mohawk Valley
Explore this exhibit and meet the people of the Mohawk Valley. Discover how the American Revolutionary War affected their lives.…
More Things to Do
Additional activities and experiences from the National Park Service.
Exhibits, Artifacts, & Park Films
There are several videos available at the park visitor center that detail the history of the American Revolution in the Mohawk Valley.
Fort Film: "I Am So Wore Out with Fatigue"
What was a typical day like for a Continental Soldier on the New York frontier after the Siege of 1777? Routine, work, and…
New York State Rev War Parks
Throughout the Mohawk Valley and upper Hudson Valley, you can find numerous New York State Park sites related to the American Revolution…
Walk the Monuments
In Rome, NY, home of Fort Stanwix National Monument, you can find lots of history. Most of it sits within walking distance…
Kayak the Erie Canal
Bellamy Harbor Park is a jewel of a spot in Rome, NY. Within the confines you can find history related to both…
Bike the Mohawk River or the Erie Canal
The Erie Canal Trail stretches across New York State. In Rome, NY, you can tour the heart of it and see its…
Walk the Mohawk River or the Erie Canal
Did you know that even urban parks have hiking trails? Explore the beautiful and historic Mohawk River and Erie Canal in this…
Picnic at the Park
Fort Stanwix National Monument has a nice, big, grassy lawn and plenty of picnic tables to make your travels more convenient. Feel…
Junior Rangers at Fort Stanwix!
How can YOU become a Fort Stanwix Junior Ranger? Who wants to go on a boring grown-up tour when you can do…
Visitor Centers
Historic Fort Gregg Barracks
A recreation of the historic fort can be found on the grounds of the park. Throughout the year, it is accessible for guided and self-guided…
Marinus Willett Visitor Center
Main visitor center for Fort Stanwix National Monument. See videos about the American Revolution in the Mohawk Valley and learn about the park's archeological collection.…
Nearby National Park Service Sites
These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.
Nearby Cities for Trip Planning
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