Flight 93 National Memorial
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Flight 93 National Memorial at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Historic grounds and interpretive exhibits at Flight 93 National Memorial
- Nearby city
- Stoystown, PA
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About Flight 93 National Memorial
On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their lives. Because of the actions of the 40 passengers and crew aboard one of the planes, Flight 93, the attack on the U.S. Capitol was thwarted.
Weather Information
Fall-
- Summer
May is more predictable for warmer weather with daytime temperatures in the 60s and 70s.
- Winter
Cooler weather starts in September with warm days and cool nights.
The first snowfall of the season occurs by mid-October and extends through late March to mid-April. Daytime temperatures range in the mid-20s to 30s, with periodic warming in the 40s and 50s. The average annual snowfall is approximately 80 inches for Somerset County. Spring- July and August are also mild with highs in the 80s-90s
Operating Hours
Memorial Grounds
Park grounds and trails are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, from sunrise to sunset. Harsh winter weather may result in delayed openings and closures. Occasionally, the gates may be closed, prohibiting entrance to the grounds, when adverse weather occurs or is predicted, to allow road crews to work safely to clear all roads within the national memorial. Call 814-893-6585 for weather-related updates.
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Planning Flight 93 National Memorial
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Flight 93 National Memorial. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
