"The glorious successes of our Arms in the North" – George Washington, October 18, 1777

In 1777, a large British invasion force met an equally large American army here at Saratoga. After two intense battles, an eight-mile retreat, and a three-day siege, British General John Burgoyne surrendered his entire force. This first ever surrender of a British Army is one of the pivotal moments in determining the outcome of the Revolutionary War, forever changing the future of the world. Read More

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Experience Saratoga Battlefield

Saratoga Battlefield is the largest of 5 parts making up Saratoga National Historical Park.

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Special Events

Come join us for special events! From concerts, to living history, to lecture series, and more... we have something going on for everyone!

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Places To Go

Check out the places you can explore in Saratoga National Historical Park!

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Things To Do

Planning a trip to Saratoga National Park? We have something for every interest from the history buff to the nature lover!

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Educational Resources

Looking for student and teacher resources? We have those!

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Audio Tours

Experience the stories Saratoga National Historical Park through audio tours.

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Virtual Tours of Saratoga NHP

Can't visit the park in real life? Explore these virtual tours and see everything from the comfort of your home!

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Saratoga NHP 100 Mile Challenge

Opt outside and take on the challenge to complete 100 miles of recreation in Saratoga NHP!

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Park Videos

Check out our park videos that cover a wide range of topics from special events, to information about Saratoga, to ranger programs.

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Photos & Multimedia

View historical photos or scenic images of Saratoga National Historical Park

Last updated: June 3, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

648 Route 32
Stillwater, NY 12170

Phone:

(518) 670-2985
Saratoga National Historical Park information desk available daily from 9am - 5pm. If no one is available to take your call, please leave a message, and someone will return your call as soon as possible.

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