Fort Erie

Fort Erie is a stone fortification located where the Niagara River meets Lake Erie, featuring original walls and reconstructed military buildings. The site covers several acres and includes various rooms where soldiers carried out their daily duties.

British forces built the first version of the fort in 1764 as a supply depot and strategic point for transport to the Great Lakes. The site played an important role during the War of 1812 when American and British forces fought for control of it.

The site displays uniforms and tools that belonged to soldiers from different eras. Visitors can observe how people lived and worked in this place long ago.

The fort is open from May to October and offers guided tours that may last several hours. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since many areas are reached by stairs and uneven paths.

During restoration work, a mass grave was discovered containing British and American soldiers from the War of 1812. This burial site serves as a reminder of the many people who died in the fighting over this location.

Location: Fort Erie

Inception: 1764

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Phone: +19058710540

Website: http://niagaraparks.com/old-fort-erie

GPS coordinates: 42.89325,-78.92382

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40