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Fort Wadsworth

American fort captured by the British in 1776.

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210 New York Ave. Staten Island, NY 10305
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Discover the latest news and upcoming events to help you plan your visit to The Liberty Trail.

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Opening Reception for Sandy Hook’s Artist in Residence Heather Heckel
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Gateway National Recreation Area Open House

Upcoming Events

Tree swallow sitting on top of a Gateway National Recreation Area outdoor park sign.
Tour | Sep 12, 2026
Big Sit Birding at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
Highlands, NJ
Birding and enjoying the outdoors should be a welcoming and inclusive activity for all people, and for that reason we welcome you to join us while we sit, watch, and listen for as many bird species as...
Nike Missile
Tour | Sep 12, 2026
Nike Missile Radar Site Tours
Highlands, NJ
Take a guided tour of this one-time top-secret missile site and have the opportunity to meet and talk with some of the veterans who worked on the Cold War-era Nike Air Defense System.
Shell on beach
Event | Sep 13, 2026
The Big Impact Wave Cleanup
Highlands, NJ
Make waves of positive change by joining this large-scale environmental cleanup initiative. Together, volunteers will help reduce pollution, protect wildlife habitats, and create a lasting impact on...
Group of people fishing on the beach
Event | Sep 13, 2026
Junior Ranger Angler at Sandy Hook
Highlands, NJ
The National Park Service and the American Littoral Society are partnering to teach children how to fish with a day of surf fishing and instruction on the beach. All skill levels welcome. Children...
Green clock on boardwalk at beach with people, umbrellas and chairs behind it
Event | Sep 13, 2026
Beachcombing with a Ranger
Highlands, NJ
Take a walk on the beach with a park ranger and together we'll see what the shore has to offer! A day at the beach can be just as educational (and twice as fun!) as a day in the classroom.
Silhouette of plants
Event | Sep 13, 2026
Nature Walk and Journaling at Great Kills Park
Highlands, NJ
Join a Park Ranger and hike along the Multi-use path and park trails. Create a seasonal journal and record soundscapes, tracks, plants and animals...look for elusive critters. All ages are welcome...

Uncovering History

We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse
yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.

A modern-day photo fo Camden Battlefield
Battlefields

Discover the historic fields, farms, and forests across The Liberty Trail where pivotal battles were fought and the foundations of our nation were forged.
Revolutionary War reenactment showing three riders on horses
Events

Discover all The Liberty Trail has to offer through local festivals, re-enactments and community events.
Faneuil Hall Square in Boston
Historic Sites

Journey through The Liberty Trail’s rich historical sites to uncover their pivotal roles in securing America’s independence.
Minute Man National Battlefield Park
Tours

Discover The Liberty Trail through immersive guided tours—right at your fingertips.
boardwalk path through marshy park
State Parks

Discover The Liberty Trail’s diverse parks and forests, where both Loyalists and Patriots once ventured.
image of two women kayaking in swampy water surrounded by trees
Outdoor Activities

Whether you hike, bike, boat, fish or golf, find all your favorite outdoor fun.