Fort Lee Historic Park, historic park in Fort Lee, New Jersey
Fort Lee Historic Park is a military site with reconstructed structures, blockhouses, and gun positions along cliffs overlooking the Hudson River. The grounds include hiking trails and viewpoints scattered across the hillside.
General George Washington built this strategic fort in 1776 to defend the Hudson River against British warships. It served as a crucial defensive position during the Revolutionary War against British invasion.
The visitor center displays military artifacts and documents from the Revolutionary era. The exhibits explain why this location played a key role in the fight for American independence.
The park is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:45 PM with free admission to explore. The parking area sits at the entrance level, so you will need to walk up the paths to see the full site.
The northern sections include viewing platforms overlooking the Hudson River, Upper Manhattan skyline, and the George Washington Bridge. These vistas from heights of roughly 300 feet (91 meters) above the water reveal how the fort's location shaped its strategic importance.
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