Preserved Revolutionary War battlefield featuring historic fortifications, interpretive trails, museum exhibits, and a lighthouse commemorating a daring nighttime assault that became one of the war's most celebrated victories.
Sunday: 12pm to 5pm
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Donations welcome
Some tours and special programs may require a fee
How to Get There
From Nyack (10 mi): Take US-9W north along the Hudson River through Haverstraw and Stony Point, then follow Battlefield Road to the historic site entrance at 44 Battlefield Road.
Overview
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site preserves the location of one of the most dramatic actions of the American Revolution. On the night of July 15-16, 1779, American troops under Brigadier General Anthony Wayne launched a daring bayonet assault against a heavily fortified British position overlooking the Hudson River. The surprise attack succeeded in less than an hour and became a symbol of Continental Army discipline and determination. Today, visitors can walk across the preserved battlefield, explore surviving earthworks, and follow interpretive trails that reveal how the operation unfolded on this strategic peninsula.
The site also features a museum detailing the battle and a collection of artifacts recovered through archaeological investigations. Adjacent to the battlefield stands the Stony Point Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on the Hudson River, which guided river traffic from 1826 until 1925. With sweeping views of the Hudson Highlands, living history demonstrations, and a landscape that blends natural beauty with national significance, the site offers travelers a memorable opportunity to experience both Revolutionary War history and one of New York's most scenic historic settings.
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