Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
Massachusetts · Rhode Island · Connecticut · New York · New Jersey · Pennsylvania · Delaware · Maryland · Virginia · Washington D.C.
This 680-mile-long trail follows the paths taken by George Washington's Continental Army and Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau's Expédition Particulière during their 1781 march from Newport, Rhode Island, to Yorktown, Virginia. France's support in America's struggle for independence was vital to victory at Yorktown. The trail commemorates that victory and the lasting Franco-American friendship.
About Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail is a national historic trail located in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and Connecticut and New York and New Jersey and Pennsylvania and Delaware and Maryland and Virginia and Washington D.C.. With over 680 miles of land and water trails and hundreds of historical sites, there is a wide variety in weather. Please check with your favorite weather website before traveling.
The Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail encompasses over 680 miles of land and water trails through Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia
💰 Entrance Fees & Passes
Entry to Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route is completely free. There are no general entrance fees or vehicle passes required to access this park unit.
📦 Recommended Gear & Packing Checklist
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📋 Visitor Planning Tips for Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route
- →Beat the Crowds: Arrive at the main gates or trailheads of Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route before 8:00 AM. Parking spaces at popular locations fill up extremely fast, especially during warm peak season weekends.
- →Verify Conditions: Weather and trail accessibility inside Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route can change rapidly. Always verify the latest road conditions and local weather advisories before starting your trek.
- →Leave No Trace: Help protect the delicate ecosystems of Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route. Stay on marked trails, pack out all of your waste, and keep a respectful distance from wildlife.
This 680-mile-long trail follows the paths taken by George Washington's Continental Army and Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau's Expédition Particulière during their 1781 march from Newport, Rhode Island, to Yorktown, Virginia. France's support in America's struggle for independence was vital to victory at Yorktown. The trail commemorates that victory and the lasting Franco-American friendship.
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James R. Mitchell
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James has visited all 63 designated US national parks and has been writing about outdoor travel for over 12 years. He spent 8 years as a wilderness guide in the Rocky Mountains before founding National Park Data to help visitors plan better, safer, and more enjoyable park trips.
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