Fort Ticonderoga is located in New York, USA.It lies between Lake Champlain and Lake George, situated in the northeastern part of New York near the Vermont border, and is famous for its role in the American Revolutionary War and its well-preserved historic fortress.
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Top Attractions Inside Fort Ticonderoga
- Fort Ticonderoga Fortress – Historic 18th-century fort with guided tours and military exhibits.
- King’s Garden – Beautifully restored formal garden reflecting 18th-century horticulture.
- Carillon Battlefield – Historic site with cannons and interpretive displays about Revolutionary War battles.
- Fort Ticonderoga Museum – Exhibits showcasing weapons, uniforms, and artifacts from the fort’s history.
- Lake Champlain Views – Scenic vistas from the fort’s walls overlooking the lake.
- Special Exhibits & Demonstrations – Interactive programs including artillery demonstrations and reenactments.
- Gift Shop & Cafeteria – Offers souvenirs, books, and locally inspired refreshments for visitors.
Fort Ticonderoga Facts
| Official Name | Fort Ticonderoga |
| Location | Ticonderoga, Essex County, New York, USA (near southern end of Lake Champlain, on the portage between Lake George and Lake Champlain) |
| Latitude & Longitude | ≈ 43.8416° N, 73.3879° W |
| Area | ≈ 21,950 acres (as per historical/site property listing) :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} |
| Constructed / Built | Built 1755–1758 (originally as Fort Carillon by the French) :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4} |
| Original Founder / Builder | French‑Canadian engineer Michel Chartier de Lotbinière (Marquis de Lotbinière) under authority of New France :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} |
| Current Managed By | Fort Ticonderoga Association (non‑profit) — Historic site, museum & cultural heritage site :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} |
| Historic Significance | Key 18th‑century fortification controlling route between Lake George and Lake Champlain; fought in both the French & Indian War and the American Revolution; site of early American offensive victory (May 10, 1775) capturing valuable artillery for Continental Army :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} |
| Former Names | Fort Carillon (1755–1759) :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10} |
| Main Construction / Fort Type | 18th‑century star‑fort (Vauban‑style fortress), stone & bastioned fortress with multiple bastions, barracks, storehouses, powder magazine, dry moat & glacis defenses :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11} |
| Key Historical Events / Battles | Battle of Carillon (July 1758) — French vs British; British capture of fort 1759; Surprise capture by American forces May 10, 1775; British recapture July 1777; site later abandoned as strategic fortress after American Revolution :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12} |
| Public Access / Museum Opened | Open to public as museum/historic site since 1909 :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13} |
| Visitor Activities / Features | Guided tours & living‑history demonstrations, Historic gardens, Museum collections (18th‑century artifacts), Boat cruises on Lake Champlain, Trails & scenic views including from nearby Mount Defiance, Special events & reenactments :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14} |
| Typical Visitor Season / Hours | Open daily May through October; winter/“Winter Quarters” special‑programs November–April (limited) :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15} |
| Nearest Town / Access | Village/Town of Ticonderoga, NY — address: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY 12883, USA :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16} |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (ET) — UTC−5 Standard / UTC−4 Daylight Saving |
| Currency (for fees/visits) | United States Dollar (USD, $) |
| Official / Visitor Website | https://www.fortticonderoga.org/ :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17} |
Distances from Fort Ticonderoga to Nearby Landmarks
- Lake Champlain – 0.5 km (0.3 mi)
- Crown Point Historic Site – 8 km (5 mi)
- Mount Defiance – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Lake George Village – 40 km (25 mi)
- Whitehall, NY – 16 km (10 mi)
- Burgoyne’s Surrender Site – 2 km (1.2 mi)
- Fort Crown Point – 8 km (5 mi)
- Lake George Battlefield Park – 35 km (22 mi)
- Ticonderoga Heritage Museum – 0.5 km (0.3 mi)
- Connecticut River – 70 km (43 mi)
- Adirondack Park – 40 km (25 mi)
- Valcour Island – 10 km (6 mi)
- Lake Champlain Maritime Museum – 11 km (7 mi)
- Champlain Valley National Heritage Area – 0 km (0 mi)
- Fort William Henry – 38 km (24 mi)
- La Chute River – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Mount Independence – 10 km (6 mi)
- Bulwagga Bay – 12 km (7.5 mi)
- Schroon Lake – 65 km (40 mi)
- Willsboro Bay – 30 km (19 mi)
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