Saratoga National Historical Park

While Saratoga National Historical Park is primarily known for its history, we’re also a very popular spot for cycling; no matter your level of expertise!

This 155-foot stone obelisk was built in the last quarter of the 19th century to commemorate the American victory in the Battles of Saratoga. Visitors may climb up its 188 steps to take in amazing views of the surrounding area, with up to 30+ mile visibility on clear days.

After retreating north from Saratoga Battlefield, the British Army moved west to a ridge top where they made their final defense. Surrounded and nearly out of food, ammunition, and time, they surrendered to the Americans on October 17, 1777. A self-guided, 1/2 mile developed pathway with interpretive signage brings visitors through Victory Woods.

Saratoga National Historical Park preserves the sites associated with the 1777 Battles of Saratoga. Follow the footsteps of those before you as you hike along hallowed ground.

Ride on the historic grounds of the Saratoga Battlefield where in 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here. Visitors may bring their own horses to the battlefield unit and make use of our 7+ mile (round trip) Horse Trail.

Join the 100 mile challenge along the trails within Saratoga National Historical Park - participants are able to hike or bike to complete the challenge. Track your hiking or biking mileage within the park between National Park Week (mid-April) and National Public Lands Day (September). When you reach that magic number -100- you will earn a special prize placing you in an elite group of wilderness pedestrians!

Explore Saratoga National Historical Park and the Saratoga Battlefield by car, where turning point of the American Revolution took place in 1777.

You can hire a private Official Saratoga Battlefield Guide to lead you or your group through the story and setting of one of America's most important battlefields. Guides are throughoughly tested to ensure they provide an informative and enjoyable experience and are only approved after a lengthy vetting process.

Built in 1777, this northern plantation was the economic engine showcasing Philip Schuyler's wealth and success. Enslaved people and paid laborers worked in the timber mills, flax mills, grist mills, gardens, and herring fishery, providing the income to sustain this upper class family. Today, the estate stands as a testament to those who toiled, and to evolving times.