Fee: No admission fee for the grounds or visitor center; see site for tour fees.
About this park
It was in Joseph W. Drexel's Adirondack cottage that General Ulysses S. Grant died of throat cancer on July 23, 1885. He arrived on June 16, 1885, with family, friends, servants and physicians to finish his memoirs, and died four days after his final proofreading. The cottage and its furnishings remain essentially as they were during the Grant family's stay. The 2026 season runs May 2 to November 1, Wednesday-Sunday in spring and fall and Tuesday-Sunday from July 1 to September 6, with tours on the hour and the last entry at 3:30 p.m.
Grant Cottage State Historic Site FAQ
Where is Grant Cottage State Historic Site located?
Grant Cottage State Historic Site is in Wilton, New York, at 1000 Mt McGregor Rd. GPS coordinates: 43.20016, -73.74623. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Grant Cottage State Historic Site?
No admission fee for the grounds or visitor center; see site for tour fees. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Grant Cottage State Historic Site?
You can call (518) 584-4353. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Grant Cottage State Historic Site?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Hapgood Pond (43.2 mi, reservable)
- Chittenden Brook Campground (60.2 mi, reservable)
- Moosalamoo Campground (61.3 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Grant Cottage State Historic Site?
This listing was last updated on October 9, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.