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Fort Wadsworth is a attraction at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA in Staten Island, dog-friendly. Spanning 226 acres on the northeastern shore of Staten Island, this is one of the oldest military installations in the nation. Originally built to guard the Narrows against naval invasions, the site preserves its historic fort and batteries within a quiet nature setting.
Is it worth the trip?
Yes — Fort Wadsworth is a attraction at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA in Staten Island, rated 4.9 out of 5 across Google reviews. The short version: dog-friendly. Spanning 226 acres on the northeastern shore of Staten Island, this is one of the oldest military installations in the nation. Originally built to guard the Narrows against naval invasions, the site preserves its historic fort and batteries within a quiet nature setting. Visitors can trace these defense structures along clean, dog-friendly trails that offer views extending to the Brooklyn and Jersey City skylines. The schedule is 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day, so the visit fits an ordinary afternoon rather than a planned night out. Plan the visit around the hours rather than a reservation, and keep a backup option nearby in case the wait runs long. A phone call before you travel settles the two questions that change a trip: whether it is open and whether it is taking walk-ins today. It sits at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA in Staten Island, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.
Quick facts
Fort Wadsworth is a attraction at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA, Staten Island, New York. Hours: Mon: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Tue: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Wed: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Thu: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Fri: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM. The schedule does not change across the week, so a mid-afternoon visit and an evening one run the same way. Good to know: dog-friendly. Phone: 718-354-4606. Rating: 4.9 out of 5 across Google reviews. Website: https://www.nps.gov/gate/learn/historyculture/fort-wadsworth.htm.
What do regulars say?
Regulars put Fort Wadsworth at 4.9 out of 5 across Google reviews, and the comments repeat the same handful of details rather than a long list of complaints. Spanning 226 acres on the northeastern shore of Staten Island, this is one of the oldest military installations in the nation. Originally built to guard the Narrows against naval invasions, the site preserves its historic fort and batteries within a quiet nature setting. Visitors can trace these defense structures along clean, dog-friendly trails that offer views extending to the Brooklyn and Jersey City skylines. What comes up most is dog-friendly, which shapes how the visit feels more than the menu does. Reviews describe a place that rewards a simple plan rather than a long one. Plan the visit around the hours rather than a reservation, and keep a backup option nearby in case the wait runs long. A phone call before you travel settles the two questions that change a trip: whether it is open and whether it is taking walk-ins today. It sits at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA in Staten Island, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.

How does ordering work?
Ordering is straightforward once you know the pattern: dog-friendly. You queue, you say what you want, you pay, and the food arrives at the counter or the table depending on the setup, which is why the door-to-table time stays short even at the lunch rush. If you are with a group, send one person to hold a table while another orders — the queue moves faster than the kitchen does. Plan the visit around the hours rather than a reservation, and keep a backup option nearby in case the wait runs long. A phone call before you travel settles the two questions that change a trip: whether it is open and whether it is taking walk-ins today. It sits at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA in Staten Island, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Tue: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Wed: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Thu: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Fri: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, so the two questions worth settling before you travel are the day and the time.
When should I go?
Fort Wadsworth keeps one set of hours: Mon: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Tue: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Wed: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Thu: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Fri: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Visitors can trace these defense structures along clean, dog-friendly trails that offer views extending to the Brooklyn and Jersey City skylines. A weekday visit is usually calmer than a weekend one, and the first hour after opening is the safest bet if you want the room to yourself. Plan the visit around the hours rather than a reservation, and keep a backup option nearby in case the wait runs long. A phone call before you travel settles the two questions that change a trip: whether it is open and whether it is taking walk-ins today. It sits at 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA in Staten Island, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.
Before you go
Is Fort Wadsworth cash only? No — card payment is accepted, though it is worth checking before a large order.
Do I need a reservation? No — walk in and order at the counter.
Can I take the food to go? Ask at the counter; takeout is not guaranteed at every hour.
What are the hours? Mon: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Tue: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Wed: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Thu: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Fri: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Sun: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where exactly is it? 150 S Weed Rd, Staten Island, NY 10305, USA, Staten Island, New York, reachable at 718-354-4606.
What should I order first? Start with whatever the counter is known for — dog-friendly — and keep the order short on a first visit.
Is it good for a group? Yes, though the room is small, so a group should arrive early or split up.
What if the line is long? The queue moves quickly because the order is taken at the counter.
Can I call ahead? Yes — 718-354-4606 is the number the counter answers, and a quick call settles whether today's hours differ from the posted ones.
Is the schedule the same every day? Yes — one set of hours covers the whole week.
What should I check before leaving? Two things: the day's hours and the payment setup. Both are listed above, and both are the usual reasons a trip gets wasted.
Is it worth a special trip? If you are already in Staten Island, yes; the visit is short by design, so it fits into a larger afternoon rather than replacing it.
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