During Roosevelt's time in office, his "Summer White House" was the focus of international attention. Explore 83 acres of natural surroundings, historic buildings and trails to become inspired by the legacy of one of America's most popular presidents.
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Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885 until his death in 1919.
- LocationOyster Bay, NY
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
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Weather now71°F Sunny
- Alerts 2 active alerts
Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Architecture and Building
- Assassinations
- Birds
- Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
- Cavalry
- Coasts, Islands and Atolls
- Conservation Movement
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- Deciduous Forests
- Estuaries and Mangroves
- Farming and Agriculture
- Forests and Woodlands
- Marshes
- Military
- Monuments and Memorials
- Presidents
- Social Movements
- Spanish-American War
- Tragic Events
- Trails
- Urban America
- US Army
- Wars and Conflicts
- Wetlands
- World War I
Alerts (2)
Park ClosureEastern National Bookstore is Closed
The Eastern National Bookstore and Gift Shop is closed until further notice. Please continue to check our website for updates.
InformationTelephone System is Experiencing Connectivity Issues The phone system at Sagamore Hill is experiencing connectivity issues. Please contact the park via email at sahi_informa… Read more
The phone system at Sagamore Hill is experiencing connectivity issues. Please contact the park via email at sahi_information@nps.gov when phones are out of service.
Things to Do
13 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Bring Your BARK Ranger for a Walk
Your dog is welcome to visit Sagamore Hill with you, as long as you help them be good BARK Rangers by following four simple rules: 1) Bag your pet's waste. 2) Always keep your pet on a leash. 3)…
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Hike Sagamore Hill's Nature Trail
Take a walk in the footsteps of the Roosevelts and explore the woodlands and beach of Sagamore Hill on a 0.7 mile nature trail.
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Visit Eel Creek and Cold Spring Harbor
Sagamore Hill’s nature trail leads to scenic water views of Eel creek, a tidal salt marsh creek, and a beach on Cold Spring Harbor.
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Facilities & Services
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Tours & Tickets
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Sagamore Hill National Historic Site Tours
Ticket Facility
Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885 until his death in 1919. During Roosevelt's time in office, his "Summer…
Book tickets on Recreation.gov 20 Sagamore Hill Rd, Oyser Bay, NY Directions
Details
Overview:
Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States, from 1885 until his death in 1919. During Roosevelt's time in office, his "Summer White House" was the focus of international attention. Explore the natural surroundings and become inspired by the legacy of one of America's most popular presidents.Summary of Fees - Sagamore Hill National Historic Site Tours
Other Visitor Services
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Theodore Roosevelt Museum at Old Orchard
Facility
The Old Orchard Museum and Visitor Center is open Thursday from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and Friday - Sunday 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Check alerts and the Current Conditions page…
20 Sagamore Hill Road, Oyster Bay, NY (516) 922-4788 Directions
Details
The Old Orchard Museum and Visitor Center is open Thursday from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and Friday - Sunday 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Check alerts and the Current Conditions page for updates.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · Park Grounds
Hours details
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Park GroundsDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
The park grounds are open every day from sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.
Monday Sunrise to Sunset Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset Thursday Sunrise to Sunset Friday Sunrise to Sunset Saturday Sunrise to Sunset Sunday Sunrise to Sunset
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
20 Sagamore Hill RoadOyster Bay, NY 11771
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Weather & conditions
71°F
Sunny · feels like 66°
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Today
73° 56°
Sunny46% rain
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Tomorrow
71° 63°
Sunny20% rain
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Wednesday
81° 66°
Sunny40% rain
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What to expect by season
The Atlantic Ocean and Long Island Sound moderates the climate of Long Island and Sagamore Hill. Spring: Highs average between 50 F and 70 F. Snow in early March becomes rain by April. Summer: Average highs range between 70 F and the upper 80s F. Summers are drier but thunderstorms are possible. Fall: Highs are from the mid-50s F to the mid-70s F. Fall is the driest season, but showers are possible. Winter: Highs are around 40 F. Snow showers are common; the largest accumulations come in February.
Upcoming Events
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Guided Grounds Tour
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Step back in time with the Roosevelts and hear stories about their lives at Sagamore Hill. This will be a 30-45 minute guided walk around the grounds of Sagamore Hill. The tour will begin at the picnic area, with stops at important buildings and places on the Roosevelt property. This walk will take place outside, please dress accordingly and bring water.
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An Insider's Look at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
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The Friends of Sagamore Hill Presents An Insider's Look at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, a lecture by Susan Sarna.
Susan Sarna joined the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in April 2023 as senior curator of collections. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required.
The lecture will be held at 3:00 PM at the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Public Library, located at 89 E Main Street, Oyster Bay NY 11771.
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Autumn Nature Walk
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Autumn Nature Walk at Sagamore Hill NHS
Take a guided walk down our nature trail with a Sagamore Hill volunteer! Please meet at the Old Orchard Museum and Visitor Center. The walk will last 1 - 11/2 hours. The walk is limited to 20 guests, make sure to register!
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Be an Animal Detective in Your Own Backyard
About
Calling all animal loving kids! Learn about the fascinating native wildlife of Long Island! Learn how to be an animal detective by recognizing the signs of different neighborhood animals, and how to safely share a community with them!
Photos
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The North Room of the Theodore Roosevelt Home — NPS -
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Getting There
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Take Northern State Parkway to Exit 35N or the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Exit 41N. At those exits, take Route 106 North for approximately 6 miles to downtown Oyster Bay.
Full directions
Turn right onto East Main Street and travel 2 miles on East Main Street/Cove Road. Turn left onto Cove Neck Road, drive 1.0 mile and turn right on Sagamore Hill Road, follow the brown signs up the hill and in 0.3 miles arrive at Sagamore Hill National Historic Site.
Mailing address: 20 Sagamore Hill Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
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