A National Park Service site preserving the 1775 running battle route between Lexington and Concord, built around the 5.5-mile Battle Road Trail through restored colonial-era fields, wetlands and house sites. The Lexington end sits near Fiske Hill; the main visitor center and North Bridge are further west in Lincoln and Concord.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
5.5 miles (Battle Road Trail, Meriam's Corner in Concord to Fiske Hill in… easy, mostly level with a few short… · packed sand and clay
Dogs
Dogs allowed on grounds and trails on a leash no longer than 6 feet; not allowed inside buildings; retractable leashes over 6 feet are not permitted
Hours
Grounds open daily sunrise to sunset, year-round
Accessibility
Battle Road Trail is surfaced in packed sand and clay and is wheelchair accessible in sections, though grades and softness vary by season; a van-accessible ADA space is at the Lexington Road lot and 3 ADA spaces at the North Great Road lot
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Minute Man National Historical Park
978-369-6993 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Restroom
Minute Man Visitor Center and North Bridge Visitor Center (both outside Lexington, in Lincoln/Concord)
Info kiosk
Trailhead signage and maps at Fiske Hill lots
Common questions
No, the park and the Battle Road Trail are free to enter.
Yes, on a leash no longer than 6 feet, but dogs cannot enter the visitor centers or historic buildings.
Where do I park at Minute Man National Historical Park?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Minute Man National Historical Park?
Yes. 5.5 miles (Battle Road Trail, Meriam's Corner in Concord to Fiske Hill in…. easy, mostly level with a few short hills at Brooks Hill,… difficulty. Surface: packed sand and clay.
Is there an entry fee at Minute Man National Historical Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Minute Man National Historical Park?
Dogs allowed on grounds and trails on a leash no longer than 6 feet; not allowed inside buildings; retractable leashes over 6 feet are not permitted
Is Minute Man National Historical Park wheelchair accessible?
Battle Road Trail is surfaced in packed sand and clay and is wheelchair accessible in sections, though grades and softness vary by season; a van-accessible ADA space is at the Lexington Road lot and 3 ADA spaces at the North Great Road lot
What rules should I know at Minute Man National Historical Park?
Trail surface can be soft after rain and grades vary; check conditions before bringing a wheelchair. Dogs must be leashed (6 ft max) and cannot go inside historic buildings.