"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!

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: April 21, 2025

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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.