Activities and experiences

Fort Edward National Historic Site

Step inside a historic military blockhouse from the mid-1700s, where creaking floorboards, original graffiti, and musket slits in the walls evoke the lives of soldiers once stationed here. Stroll along the grassy earthworks and enjoy a picnic.

The blockhouse is closed for the season. The grounds remain open for visitors to enjoy, weather permitting, but there is no maintenance.

Visitor Guide

Welcome to Fort Edward National Historic Site.

Historic walking tour of Fort Edward National Historic Site

Join a guided tour of the historic landscape of Fort Edward.

Calendar of events

Encampment at Fort Edward National Historic Site, July 4 to July 6, 2025.

Two children looking out a blockhouse window.

Discover North America’s oldest military blockhouse

See if you can decipher the drawings on the wall!

Picnic and stroll through centuries of history

Spread a blanket at the foot of North America’s oldest blockhouse to enjoy a picnic lunch with views of the river valley below.

Things to do

Interpretation Calendar of events
Dogs on leash Dog walking
Hiking Hiking

Services and amenities

Accessible Parking
Bus parking Bus parking
Dogs on leash Dogs on leash
Information Information
Interpretation Interpretation
Parking Parking
Picnic area Picnic area
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