Battle Road Trail | American Tour Association

PLACES THAT KEEP THE PAST CLOSE

A story worth following.

Explore the landscape of April 19, 1775 between Lexington and Concord. The trail, historic houses and interpretive stops help visitors understand the opening fighting of the American Revolution.

The state of the Minute man stands atop a stone base. The wooden North Bridge is seen in the distanc — The Minute Man Statue
NPS · Public domain, NPS

A park ranger stands in front of a stone obelisk monument pointing and talking to visitors — Guided Talks & Walks at Minute Man
NPS Photo · Public domain, NPS

BUILD YOUR OWN CHAPTER

Places to begin

Minute Man Visitor Center
Hartwell Tavern
North Bridge

Suggested starting points, not a turn-by-turn route. Choose a manageable local section; stops may be far apart.

Make the visit work for you

Confirm open trail sections and building schedules. Select a comfortable walking stretch and arrange transport between endpoints if needed.

Give the story time

Allow time for interpretation, a short walk and conversations. One well-chosen historic place can be more rewarding than a rushed list of stops.

Bring your group comfortably

Confirm parking, restrooms, walking surfaces and group reservations with each site. A historic trail designation does not guarantee coach access.

Official visitor information ↗

U.S. visits only. Historic routes may cross private property or have disconnected public sections. Official links provide current maps, access and operating information. Photographs may show earlier conditions.