National Parks / Morristown National Historical Park
Morristown National Historical Park
National Historical Park — NJ
Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winter on record. The park also maintains a museum and library collection related to the encampments and to George Washington, as well as items from both pre- and post-Revolutionary America.
Current Alerts
- CautionJockey Hollow Outer Blue Loop and a Section of Primrose Trail Closed
Following storms on 7/3/2026, many park trails were closed due to blowdown of trees and hazardous conditions. As of 7/27/2026 most trails are passable. The Mount Kimble Trail (Outer Blue Loop) remains closed as well as a section of the Primrose Trail (Red Trail). Please check in at the Visitor Center for more information and take caution as summer storms continue to cause tree falls. Report any fallen trees to a Park Ranger.
- CautionPassaic River Bridge Trail (Teal Trail) Closed
The Passaic River Bridge Trail is closed between Tempe Wick Road and the Cross Estate in the New Jersey Brigade area due to construction of a new bridge.
- CautionPassaic River Trail Bridge washed out
Tropical Storm Ida washed out the Passaic River bridge on the Patriot's Path Trail south of Tempe Wick Road. This area is a known habitat of the endangered wood turtle, so do not wade, walk, or let your dog run in the river at this location.
- InformationTemporary Closure of the Llyod W. Smith Gallery in the Museum
The Llyod W. Smith Gallery will be closed temporarily due to construction. All other exhibits will remain open.
- InformationNew 2026 Summer Season Hours
Beginning May 23, 2026, Washington Headquarters Museum and the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center have new hours, as follows: Open Thursday - Monday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- National Park Week: 18th Century Hike at Jockey HollowSat Aug 29 2026Meet at the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center
- Soldier at the Jockey Hollow HutsSat Sep 05 2026The huts at Jockey Hollow. Parking available off the park tour road.
- Hands on History: Candle DippingSun Sep 13 2026Wick House, Tempe Wick Road. Parking available off the main park tour road.