National Battlefield
Fort Necessity National Battlefield is a National Battlefield in Pennsylvania. The NPS currently lists 2 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 2 visitor centers, and no entrance fee.
Pennsylvania National Battlefield No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
“The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal of French power from North America. The stage was set for the American Revolution.”
Active alerts
2
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
2
2 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 2 information.
Information
Jumonville Glen, Mount Washington Tavern, and the Picnic Area are OPEN until October 31st. Jumonville Glen and the Picnic Area are open daily sunrise to sunset, and Mount Washington Tavern is open every day 10 am to 4 pm.
Posted or updated Aug 19, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Information
The pavilions in the CCC Camp Picnic Area are closed for the immediate future for restoration work.
Posted or updated Nov 19, 2023 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Come to the park, watch the movie, visit Fort Necessity, and complete the Junior Ranger Activity Book to earn a Fort Necessity Junior Ranger badge.
60-120 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Fort Necessity National Battlefield has five miles of hiking trails to explore. You can walk to the battlefield and back in 15 minutes, or hike for hours through forests and meadows.
15-180 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Black powder weapons demonstrations are given daily throughout the summer at Fort Necessity as staffing permits.
5-10 Minutes Summer Pets allowed
Historic Weapons Demonstration
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Activities the NPS lists for Fort Necessity.
FoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingHikingFront-Country HikingLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramSkiingCross-Country SkiingWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Entrance to Fort Necessity National Battlefield is allowed from sunrise until sunset. The park visitor center and Mount Washington Tavern museum have specific hours.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Tuesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Wednesday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Thursday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Friday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Saturday | Sunrise to Sunset |
| Sunday | Sunrise to Sunset |
Weather: Weather varies considerably within each season. Be prepared with layered clothing. Precipitation is common throughout the year. Spring: Temperatures usually range from 25°F to 70°F. On average, May is the wettest month.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Necessity/National Road Interpretive and Education Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 7243295811 | Yes |
| Mount Washington Tavern | Daily: 10:00AM - 4:00PM | — | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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