New Jersey Brigade Encampment Site

The New Jersey Brigade Encampment Site covers 320 acres (130 hectares) across Bernardsville and Harding Township, displaying preserved fireplace foundations from the Revolutionary War. The grounds feature marked trails connecting visitors to multiple historical locations throughout the wooded landscape.

This location was established in winter 1779-1780 when approximately 1,300 soldiers from four New Jersey regiments constructed their winter quarters here. The troops later relocated to another position after other Continental Army units departed from their nearby encampment.

The site reveals how soldiers lived in basic temporary structures during harsh winter conditions. Walking through the landscape, visitors can sense the daily routines and struggles of men who endured extreme cold and limited resources.

The site is accessible via marked trails starting from Hardscrabble Road and Jockey Hollow Road within Morristown National Historical Park. Sturdy walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended, as the terrain is uneven and heavily wooded.

Soldiers built and occupied their log cabins by Christmas 1779, demonstrating how quickly they had to work under extreme pressure. The remnants of these rapidly constructed structures remain visible in the soil today.

Location: New Jersey

Part of: Morristown National Historical Park

GPS coordinates: 40.74806,-74.55944

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:40