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Yorktown Battlefield Part of Colonial National Historical Park

Designation: Part of Colonial National Historical Park

Location: Virginia

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📘 Park Overview

Discover what it took for the United States to be independent as you explore the site of the last major battle of the Revolutionary War. Here at Yorktown, in the fall of 1781, General George Washington, with allied American and French forces, besieged General Charles Lord Cornwallis’s British army. On October 19, Cornwallis surrendered, effectively ending the war and ensuring independence.

🌤 Weather Information

Yorktown, VA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 80's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's. The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 89.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 28.10 degrees Fahrenheit. For closures in due to inclement weather at Colonial National Historical Park please phone this 24 hour phone number (757) 856-1240.

🚗 Directions

For an internet map search or GPS, use the following: Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center, 1000 Colonial Parkway, Yorktown, Virginia 23690. Eastbound from the Richmond area via I-64, exit 242B for Yorktown, to the Colonial Parkway. Follow the parkway to its end. West bound Interstate 64 from the Virginia Beach/Norfolk/Hampton area for Yorktown should take Route 105 East (Fort Eustis Boulevard east), exit 250B to Route 17. Turn left onto Route 17. Follow the signs to Yorktown Battlefield.

Images

Cannon at sunset at Yorktown Battlefield

Cannon on earthworks at sunset. Yorktown Battlefield

Credit: NPS Photo/Linda Williams

Lamb's Artillery Fire 18 pounder Cannon Yorktown Battlefield

We have artillery firing programs twice a month throughout the summer at Yorktown Battlefield

Credit: NPS Photo/Linda Williams

The Moore House

The Moore House where the terms of surrender were negotiated.

Credit: NPS Photo/Linda Williams

National Cemetery showing tombstones, American Flag and Cemetery Lodge in sunlight.

Civil War National Cemetery

Credit: NPS Photo/Linda Williams

Nelson house on main street.

The Nelson house on main street of Yorktown. Home of Thomas Nelson Jr. a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

Credit: NPS Photo

Yorktown Victory Monument

Yorktown Victory Monument

Credit: NPS Photo/Linda Williams

Yorktown Battlefield Earthworks:Redoubt 9

Yorktown Battlefield Earthworks:Redoubt 9

Credit: NPS Photo/Linda Williams

Activities

Horse Trekking
Wildlife Watching
Park Film
Horseback Riding
Historic Weapons Demonstration
Shopping
First Person Interpretation
Gift Shop and Souvenirs
Front-Country Hiking
Bookstore and Park Store
Birdwatching
Biking
Road Biking
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Reenactments
Living History
Guided Tours
Hiking
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Museum Exhibits
Junior Ranger Program

Topics

Animals
Wetlands
Fish
Wars and Conflicts
African American Heritage
Tortoises and Turtles
Military
Forests and Woodlands
Battlefields
Colonization and Settlement
Swamps
Birds
US Army
Forts
American Revolutionary War
Scenic Views
River and Riparian
Night Sky
Civil War
Artillery
Watersheds
Monuments and Memorials
Deciduous Forests
Infantry and Militia
American Revolution
Presidents
Natural Sounds
Marshes

Operating Hours

Sunday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Monday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Wednesday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday

9:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Per Person

Adult (16 and older) -$15; good for 7 days entrance to Yorktown Battlefield (and NPS areas at Historic Jamestowne); can be upgraded to see Preservation Virginia areas at Historic Jamestowne for an additional $15 at the Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center. Yorktown Battlefield will not be selling the $30 entrance permit for Historic Jamestowne

$15.00

Entrance Passes

Annual Entrance - Park

The Colonial annual pass admits passholder and three accompanying adults unlimited admittance to both NPS areas at Historic Jamestowne and Yorktown Battlefield during regular operating hours. Pass is valid for twelve months from the month of purchase. Note: There is an additional $ 15.00 Preservation Virginia entrance fee for each adult entering on the Colonial Pass to Historic Jamestowne to visit the Preservation Virginia historic areas.

$45.00

3-Day Weather Forecast

Thursday, Jan 15

Sunny

High: 43.3°F | Low: 30°F

Humidity: 51%

Wind: 21.3 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 0.4

Sunrise: 07:18 AM

Sunset: 05:12 PM

Moon: Waning Crescent (13%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 29.4°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Friday, Jan 16

Sunny

High: 45.7°F | Low: 26.4°F

Humidity: 41%

Wind: 19.7 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 0.5

Sunrise: 07:18 AM

Sunset: 05:13 PM

Moon: Waning Crescent (8%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 22.8°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Saturday, Jan 17

Overcast

High: 52.5°F | Low: 35.8°F

Humidity: 58%

Wind: 20.8 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 0.4

Sunrise: 07:17 AM

Sunset: 05:15 PM

Moon: Waning Crescent (3%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 34.7°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Park Alerts

Portions of the Colonial Parkway will be closed May 7th for the Pedal the Parkway Event. Information

Pedal the Parkway to be Held May 7th Yorktown, Va. – The Colonial Parkway will be closed to motor vehicles between Williamsburg and Jamestown on Saturday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 19th annual Pedal

Portions of the Colonial Parkway will be closed May 7th for the Pedal the Parkway Event. Information

Yorktown, Va. – The Colonial Parkway will be closed to motor vehicles between Williamsburg and Jamestown on Saturday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the 19th annual Pedal

Visitor Center

The Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center is open. The Battlefield tour roads remain closed due to snow and ice on the roads.

Special Weather Announcement Information

Colonial National Historical Park is presently operating under normal opening hours, and is expecting to keep visitor centers open through the weekend. However Battlefield Tour Roads are closed at this time due to high winds.

The Colonial Parkway Tunnel will be closed Information

The Colonial Parkway Tunnel will be closed Tuesday, June 14 thru Thursday, June 16 for light replacement. There will be detour signs.

Fusiliers Road in Yorktown to be Closed for Approximately 2 Weeks. Information

Beginning Monday, June 20 2016, Fusiliers Road in Yorktown will be closed for approximately two weeks till the end of June 2016. This road is the access ramp from Water Street (in front of the Victory Center) to the Colonial Parkway.

Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway continues with additional Parkway closures Park Closure

Beginning Tuesday, April 9, 2024, construction will close the Colonial Parkway to all travel in either direction between Yorktown and VA Route 199. Follow all detour signs. See additional closure information in the link below.

Rehabilitation of Colonial Parkway continues with additional Parkway closures Park Closure

Beginning Tuesday, April 9, 2024, construction will close the Colonial Parkway to all travel in either direction between Yorktown and VA Route 199. Follow all detour signs. See additional closure information in the link below.

Visitor Center & Contacts

📍 Physical Address:
Yorktown Battlefield
1000 Colonial Parkway
Yorktown, VA 23690

🏤 Mailing Address:
Colonial National Historical Park - Yorktown Battlefield
P.O. Box 210
Yorktown, VA 23690

📞 Voice Phone: 7578982410

📞 Fax Phone: 7578986346

✉️ Email: colo_info@nps.gov

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