Stonewall National Monument
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Stonewall at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- Half day–1 day
- Don't miss
- Main Stonewall highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- New York, NY
Explore this park
About Stonewall National Monument
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil rights and provided momentum for a movement.
Weather Information
New York City experiences all four seasons. It is typically hot in the summer and cold
- Winter
with cool springs and autumns.
Operating Hours
Off Peak Hours
Off peak operation occurs November - April, with the park opening and closing daily from 7 am - 5 pm. Holidays and poor weather can be affect these hours.
- Monday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday7:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday7:00AM - 5:00PM
Peak Hours
Peak operation occurs May - October, with the park opening and closing daily from 7 am - 8 pm. Holidays and poor weather can affect these hours.
- Monday7:00AM - 8:00AM
- Tuesday7:00AM - 8:00PM
- Wednesday7:00AM - 8:00PM
- Thursday7:00AM - 8:00PM
- Friday7:00AM - 8:00PM
- Saturday7:00AM - 8:00PM
- Sunday7:00AM - 8:00PM
Common questions
Planning Stonewall National Monument
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Stonewall. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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