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 trai
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursThere are many historic sites, museums, and parks (federal, state, and local) along the Trail. Operating hours will vary from site to site. We recommend contacting the individual sites for specific information.
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- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
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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
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
There are many historic sites, museums, and parks (federal, state, and local) along the Trail. Operating hours will vary from site to site. We recommend contacting the individual sites for specific information.
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