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
Dogs
Allowed, must be leashed
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
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On site
Picnic area
Small picnic area near the fort remains
Not here
No restrooms
No restrooms on site; 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?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Fort Revere Park?
Allowed, must be leashed
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.