George Washington Birthplace National Monument is located in the Northern Neck of Virginia. It encompasses 551 acres of land where seven generations of the Washington family lived and where George Washington was born in 1732. The park was also central to one of the earliest efforts to memorialize George Washington duri
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 Memorial Area is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 8042241732 · gewa_thst_information@nps.gov
George Washington Birthplace is located two miles from Virginia State Highway 3 on Virginia State Route 204. The park is located 38 miles east of Fredericksburg, 11 miles west of Montross, and 10 miles west of Colonial Beach.
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for George Washington Birthplace National Monument — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at George Washington Birthplace National Monument?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you fish at George Washington Birthplace National Monument?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at George Washington Birthplace National Monument. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at George Washington Birthplace National Monument.
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.
Yes What are the hours?
The Memorial Area is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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CheckThis U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
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ConfirmedFree entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
