Fort Revere occupies the top of Telegraph Hill in Hull Village, where Revolutionary War gun emplacements and a 120-foot 1903 water tower sit inside an 8.9-acre park with harbor views. The tower has been closed to climbers since 2012 and a 2023 town-meeting vote rejected the funding needed to reopen it, so the view from the base is what most visitors get today.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Accessibility
Not step-free; hilltop fort site with uneven historic terrain, no confirmed ADA path
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
DCR & Town of Hull
(781) 925-1777 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Picnic area
Small picnic area near the fort remains
Interpretive signage
Historical markers around the park describing the fort and tower
Not here
No restrooms
No restrooms on site per visitor reports; nearest public restroom is off-site in Hull Village
Common questions
What is there to see at Fort Revere?
Revolutionary War and early-20th-century fortifications, a 120-foot water tower with harbor views, and a small military museum (seasonal hours).
The hilltop site has uneven, historic terrain; no confirmed step-free path to the tower or fort remains - call ahead if accessibility is a concern.
Can I climb the water tower?
Not currently. The tower has been closed since 2012 for structural repairs, and a 2023 town-meeting vote turned down the roughly $600,000 needed to finish restoring it, so there's no confirmed reopening date.
Are there restrooms on site?
No. Visitors should plan to use a restroom before arriving; none is available at the park itself.
Where do I park at Fort Revere Park?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Fort Revere Park?
Yes, Free admission
Can I bring my dog to Fort Revere Park?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
Is Fort Revere Park wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free; hilltop fort site with uneven historic terrain, no confirmed ADA path
What rules should I know at Fort Revere Park?
Hunting not allowed.
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