Fort Necessity National Battlefield
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War.
Photo: NPS Photo/Tom Markwardt / NPS
About Fort Necessity National Battlefield
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.
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Driving times from Fort Necessity National Battlefield, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
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Getting there
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.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Fort Necessity National Battlefield?
- Popular activities include Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Cross-Country Skiing, Food, Front-Country Hiking, Guided Tours.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Fort Necessity National Battlefield?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Friendship Hill National Historic Site (42 min), Flight 93 National Memorial (1 h 33 min), Johnstown Flood National Memorial (1 h 37 min), Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site (2 h 3 min), Antietam National Battlefield (2 h 20 min), Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park (2 h 25 min).