Last updated: January 29, 2021
Thing to Do
Drive the Yellow Route of the Yorktown Battlefield Auto Tour
NPS Photo/Valarie Sweeny
The Yellow Route of the of the Yortown Battlefield Auto Tour is an optional Allied Encampment Tour. The Allied Encampment Tour takes you around to locations used by the American and French troops for sleeping, drilling, and storing artillery and other equipment. This tour that begins at Surrender Field (stop F) of the Battlefield Tour.
The Yellow Route takes you through the typical woodlands of the area and an excellent route for walking and cycling, Once you are on this route you will be commited for at least 6 miles.
A map is available at the Yorktown Visitor Center.
A CD Audio Tour is available for sale for 5 dollars at the Yorktown Battlefield Museum Shop in the Visitor Center or you can download a free app from the Battlefield Trust.
The Yellow Route takes you through the typical woodlands of the area and an excellent route for walking and cycling, Once you are on this route you will be commited for at least 6 miles.
A map is available at the Yorktown Visitor Center.
A CD Audio Tour is available for sale for 5 dollars at the Yorktown Battlefield Museum Shop in the Visitor Center or you can download a free app from the Battlefield Trust.
Details
Duration
30-120 Minutes
Activity
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Age(s)
3 and Older
Pets Allowed
Yes with Restrictions
Dogs are welcome at Yortown Battlefield. They must be on a visible leash. Pets are not allowed inside the Yorktown Visitor or inside the National Cemetery at stop C.
Activity Fee
Yes
There is a 10 dollar fee per person, to go on the Yorktown Battlefield Tour. National Park passes are honored. Passes and tickets are available at the Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center.
Location
The Yorktown Battlefield Auto Tour (Yellow Route)
The yellow route of the Yorktown Battlefield Tour begins at Surrender Field (Stop F)
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
The Yorktown Battlefield Tour is open year. There may be exceptions with severe weather or other events.
Time of Day
Day, Dusk
The Yorktown Battlefield is open from 9:00 Am until sunset.
Accessibility Information
Accessibility.
The immediate area of the battlefield outside the Visitor Center has dirt walking trails with some steep inclines that may require assistance. The auto driving tour portion of the battlefield has designated stops that have walkways. Some of the walkways have inclines and may require assistance.
● The Moore House and Cemetery Lodge historic structures are only accessible by steps. An informational brochure is available upon request at the visitor center or Moore houses.