For centuries, the Oneida Carrying Place, a six-mile portage connecting the Mohawk River and Wood Creek, served as a vital link for those traveling by water from the ocean to the Great Lakes. When Europeans arrived, nations fought for control of the carry, the homelands of the Six Nations Confederacy, and the rich reso
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.
- HoursThe cost of admission to the park is FREE. Park trails and lawn are open from sunrise to sunset everyday. Hours vary and alternate throughout the year. They can be found here: Visit www.nps.gov/fost/planyourvisit/hours.h
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- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
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- Contact 315-338-7730 · fost_info@nps.gov
Take I-90 (NY Thruway) to Exit 33 (Verona-Rome). Turn Right onto Rt. 365 E. Follow Rt. 365, veering left as Rt. 365 merges with Rt 69 at the fork in the road. This will take you over an arterial bridge into the City of Rome. Fort Stanwix NM will be across Erie Blvd. on the right side of James Street
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Fort Stanwix National Monument — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Fort Stanwix National Monument?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Fort Stanwix National Monument. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Fort Stanwix National Monument. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
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?
The cost of admission to the park is FREE. Park trails and lawn are open from sunrise to sunset everyday. Hours vary and alternate throughout the year. They can be found here: Visit www.nps.gov/fost/planyourvisit/hours.h
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ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.