Trail Sites

Historic home of Baron Von Steuben, Drillmaster of the American Revolution.

The site of a former colonial port that thrived throughout the mid-18th century, most of the town was reportedly burned down by the British in 1776

Ensuing the Battle of Lexington and Concord, Patriot forces advanced on Boston, determined to overthrow the British occupation. Fortifying Dorchester Heights, George Washington positioned artillery to force the evacuation of British forces in the city.

Historic home of the Philipse family, staunch Loyalists during the Revolutionary War.

Constructed in the early 1740s, this home acted as the headquarters of Baron Von Steuben during the Continental Army's cantonment in 1779. Today, it stands as one of the few remaining Dutch structures in central New Jersey.

An oyster-shell, “tabby,” fortress, originally constructed here during the French and Indian War, was restored, and occupied by both the British and Patriots.

Visitor Center and Museum dedicated to the history of Rogers Island and Fort Edward.

The Patriots Take Provisions and Prisoners in a Surprise Attack on a British Supply Depot.

Historic inn and meeting place for Patriots and the Continental Army during the 1770s-1780s.

The home of a prominent Philadelphia merchant, this was the largest home built in New Jersey during the Revolution. During the Continental Army's encampment at Middleburg, it served as George Washington's Headquarters.

Loyalists ambush a contingent of Patriot militia at a tavern in December of 1780, leading to a massacre