Fort Necessity National Battlefield
27 nearby · 1 free and dispersed site within 25 mi
Photo: NPS Photo/Tom Markwardt
2 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- InformationOpen SeasonJumonville Glen, Mount Washington Tavern, and the Picnic Area are OPEN until October 31st. Jumonville Glen and the Picnic Area are open daily sunrise to sunset, and Mount Washington Tavern is open every day 10 am to 4 pm.
- InformationCCC Camp Picnic Pavilions ClosedThe pavilions in the CCC Camp Picnic Area are closed for the immediate future for restoration work.
At a glance
- Near the park
- 27 campgroundsWithin 25 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 1 siteWithin 25 mi
Where to camp
Camping near the park 27
- Aerial viewCampground
Benner's Meadow Run Camping & Cabins
2.2 mi · Deer Lake, PA
- Aerial viewCampground
Tall Oaks Campground
2.3 mi · Farmington, PA
Free and dispersed nearby 1
See them on the mapServices nearby: 3 dump stations · 3 rest areas
About Fort Necessity
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal of French power from North America. The stage was set for…
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal of French power from North America. The stage was set for the American Revolution.
Photos: NPS photo · NPS photo / Mike Soohey · C. Hinton/NPS Photo
Things to do
- Food
- Picnicking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Hiking
- Front-Country Hiking
- Living History
- Historic Weapons Demonstration
- Junior Ranger Program
Plan your visit
Getting there
The main unit of the park is located 11 miles east of Uniontown, Pennsylvania on U.S. Highway 40. The visitor center, reconstructed Fort Necessity, Mount Washington Tavern and picnic area are located in the main unit of…
Weather
Weather varies considerably within each season. Be prepared with layered clothing. Precipitation is common throughout the year. Spring: Temperatures usually range from 25°F to 70°F. On average, May is the wettest month…
Plan your visit
Hours
Entrance to Fort Necessity National Battlefield is allowed from sunrise until sunset. The park visitor center and Mount Washington Tavern museum have specific hours. Please see the listing for each facility.
Getting there
The main unit of the park is located 11 miles east of Uniontown, Pennsylvania on U.S. Highway 40. The visitor center, reconstructed Fort Necessity, Mount Washington Tavern and picnic area are located in the main unit of the park.
Weather
Weather varies considerably within each season. Be prepared with layered clothing. Precipitation is common throughout the year. Spring: Temperatures usually range from 25°F to 70°F. On average, May is the wettest month. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 50°F to 80°F. July is the warmest month. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 30°F to 70°F. Fall foliage is at its peak around mid-October. Winter: Temperatures range from 15°F to 40°F. January is the coldest month.
Camped at Fort Necessity? You could be the first to say which site you'd pick again.
Reviews, photos and cell signal reports from real stays help the next camper choose.