Grant Cottage State Historic Site
- Status
- Status not postedWed–Sun 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (May 2 – Jun 28)
- Entrance fee
- $12 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.ny.gov(518) 584-4353
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Saratoga County, about 9 miles southwest of Glens Falls, Grant Cottage State Historic Site covers about 57 acres.
Popular activities here are historic sites and picnicking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Wed–Sun | 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. | May 2 – Jun 28 |
| Tue–Sun | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Jul 1 – Sep 6 | |
| Wed–Sun | 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Sep 9 – Nov 1 |
Official wording
May 2 - June 28: Wednesday – Sunday, 9:30am - 4:00pm (last entry at 3:30pm) Open Monday, May 25 First tour of the day begins at 10am. Last tour of the day begins at 3:30pm. July 1 – September 6: Tuesday – Sunday, 9:00am - 4:00pm (last entry at 3:30pm) Open Monday, September 7 First tour of the day begins at 9:30am. Last tour of the day begins at 3:30pm. September 9 – November 1: Wednesday – Sunday, 9:30am – 4:00pm (last entry at 3:30pm) Open Monday, October 12 First tour of the day begins at 10am. Last tour of the day begins at 3:30pm. There is no admission fee to visit the site grounds, visitor center, or gift shop. For tours and additional information, visit Grant Cottage.
2026 Season: May 2 - November 1
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adults | $12 |
| Seniors (62 & up) | $9 |
| Ages 17 & under | $5 |
| Children under 6 | Free |
| Veterans & Active Military | Free |
| Private Tours | $100 |
| 'The Lifetime Liberty Pass permits residents of New York State who are Veterans or Gold Star Parents, Spouses, or Siblings, (resident) | Free |
Official wording
Admission (Tours of the Cottage) Entrance to the Cottage is by guided tour only. Be advised that Tours may fill and reserve your tour prior to your visit is highly recommended. Tours start every 30 minutes with the last Tour of the day at 3:30p.m. Please arrive early, 15 minutes prior to the start time of your Tour. • Adults: $12 • Seniors (62 & up): $9 • Ages 17 & under: $5 • Children under 6: FREE • Veterans & Active Military: FREE w/ I.D. • Private Tours: $100 (Available outside normal business hours by appointment) Please note: The Every Kid Outside pass does not apply to Grant Cottage State Historic Site The Lifetime Liberty Pass 'The Lifetime Liberty Pass permits residents of New York State who are Veterans or Gold Star Parents, Spouses, or Siblings, free or discounted use of state parks, historic sites, and recreational facilities.'
New York park passes
- Empire Pass — from $80. Unlimited day-use vehicle entry at most State Parks and DEC facilities (one vehicle at a time) Details
- Golden Park Program — free. Free vehicle entry on non-holiday weekdays for NY residents 62+ Details
- Access Pass — free. Free or discounted use for NY residents with disabilities Details
- Lifetime Liberty Pass — free. Free or discounted use for NY resident veterans and Gold Star parents, spouses, children Details
- Every Kid Outdoors (NPS 4th-grade pass) — free. Free entry for 4th grade students Details
From the New York state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 1-800-456-2267
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
Admission (Tours of the Cottage)
Entrance to the Cottage is by guided tour only. Be advised that Tours may fill and reserve your tour prior to your visit is highly recommended. Tours start every 30 minutes with the last Tour of the day at 3:30p.m. Please arrive early, 15 minutes prior to the start time of your Tour.
- Adults: $12
- Seniors (62 & up): $9
- Ages 17 & under: $5
- Children under 6: FREE
- Veterans & Active Military: FREE w/ I.D.
- Private Tours: $100 (Available outside normal business hours by appointment)
Please note: The Every Kid Outside pass does not apply to Grant Cottage State Historic Site
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Historic sites and toursPicnicking
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Accessible amenities: Gift Shop, Picnic Area, Tours
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 1000 Mt McGregor Rd
Wilton, NY 12831 - Nearest town
- Glens Falls — about 9 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.2012, -73.7454
- Phone
- (518) 584-4353
Entrances
- Main Entrance
Google Maps directionsApple Maps
Directions from the park
Main Entrance
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- New York State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- NY State Parks 'All Locations' park finder (server-rendered, ?page=N)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: GrantsCottage.jpeg — Public domain (released by the author), Coingeek at English Wikipedia
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology