Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
This 680-mile-long trail follows the paths taken by George Washington's Continental Army and Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau's Expédition Particulière during their 1781 march from Newport, Rhode Island, to Yorktown, Virginia.
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About Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail
This 680-mile-long trail follows the paths taken by George Washington's Continental Army and Jean-Baptiste de Rochambeau's Expédition Particulière during their 1781 march from Newport, Rhode Island, to Yorktown, Virginia. France's support in America's struggle for independence was vital to victory at Yorktown. The trail commemorates that victory and the lasting Franco-American friendship.
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Driving times from Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
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Washington-Rochamebeau National Historic Trail
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- All Day
- Tue
- All Day
- Wed
- All Day
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- All Day
- Fri
- All Day
- Sat
- All Day
- Sun
- All Day
Getting there
With over 680 miles of land and water trails and hundreds of historical sites, there is a wide variety in weather. Please check with your favorite weather website before traveling.
Frequently asked questions
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site (30 min), Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site (31 min), Independence National Historical Park (32 min), Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial (33 min), Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River (40 min), New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve (41 min).