Morristown National Historical Park: Alerts, Map, Weather & Trailie Planner

About Morristown National Historical Park

Morristown National Historical Park commemorates the sites of General Washington and the Continental Army’s winter encampment from December 1779 to June 1780, where soldiers survived the coldest winter on record. The park also maintains a museum and library collection related to the encampments and to George Washington, as well as items from both pre- and post-Revolutionary America.

1 current NPS alert

Information: Temporary Closure of the Lloyd W. Smith Gallery in the Museum

Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Morristown National Historical Park page on nps.gov

Weather Information

Weather in this part of New Jersey is typical of the mid-Atlantic region--a humid continental climate with hot, humid summers and moderately cold winters.

Operating Hours

Washington's Headquarters Museum and Jockey Hollow Visitor Center.

Washington's Headquarters Museum: Open Thursday-Monday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Jockey Hollow Visitor Center: Open Thursday-Monday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Winter Season Closure: January 4, 2027 through February 12, 2027.

Monday9:30AM - 4:30PM
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday9:30AM - 4:30PM
Friday9:30AM - 4:30PM
Saturday9:30AM - 4:30PM
Sunday9:30AM - 4:30PM

Park Grounds

Unplanned closures or delayed openings may occur for snow and ice or tree removal or road construction and repair. Please check the alerts on the website for the most current information.

MondaySunrise - 5:00PM
TuesdaySunrise - 5:00PM
WednesdaySunrise - 5:00PM
ThursdaySunrise - 5:00PM
FridaySunrise - 5:00PM
SaturdaySunrise - 5:00PM
SundaySunrise - 5:00PM

Planning Morristown National Historical Park

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 Morristown. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.