Plan Your Visit
Visit the Princeton Battlefield State Park
Step onto the sacred ground where American independence took root. The Princeton Battlefield State Park is one of the most significant Revolutionary War sites in New Jersey, where General George Washington led American troops to a pivotal victory on January 3, 1777. Just minutes from downtown Princeton, this historic battlefield invites you to walk in the footsteps of Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and General Hugh Mercer, and explore the legacy of the Battle of Princeton.
Explore the Ten Crucial Days Historic District
While visiting the Princeton Battlefield, take time to explore other Revolutionary War sites in the Ten Crucial Days Historic District, including:
Downtown Princeton
Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA & NJ)
Old Barracks Museum (Trenton)
1719 William Trent House
Morven Museum & Garden
Trenton Battle Monument
Each site tells a unique story of America’s path to independence.
Landmarks of the Princeton Battlefield
Eyewitness of the American Revolution
Eyewitness – The Ten Crucial Days
Directions
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Follow I-295 E into New Jersey. Take exit 68A for Princeton Pike North. Drive 3.8 miles and turn right into the park at Clarke House Road.
Take Rt. 206 S into Princeton. Turn right onto Stockton St, then left on Library Place. Turn right on Mercer St. After 1.1 miles, turn left into the battlefield.
Exit 9 to NJ-18 N to US-1 S toward Trenton/Princeton. Take Alexander Rd W exit. Turn left on Mercer St and follow signs to the battlefield.
Exit 68A for Princeton Pike North. Drive 3.7 miles and turn right into the park.
