Fort Loudoun Historic Site, Winchester: Photos, Reviews & Location

Remains of a British fort built in the 18th century under the supervision of George Washington.

At a glance

#10 of 10 Historical landmarks in Winchester #10 of 10 Tourist attractions in Winchester

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.30

0.5 km from the center of Winchester

Rating breakdown

5 ★60%
4 ★16%
3 ★4%
2 ★8%
1 ★12%

419 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601

frenchandindianwarfoundation.org

(703) 574-6110

Photos of Fort Loudoun Historic Site (5)

Fort Loudoun Historic Site, Winchester – photo 1

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Fort Loudoun Historic Site?: Fort Loudoun Historic Site is rated 4.0 out of 5 based on 25 reviews.
How does Fort Loudoun Historic Site rank in Winchester?: Fort Loudoun Historic Site is #10 of 10 Historical landmarks in Winchester by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Fort Loudoun Historic Site located?: 419 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601 — 0.5 km from the center of Winchester.
How can I contact Fort Loudoun Historic Site?: Phone: (703) 574-6110 · Website: frenchandindianwarfoundation.org

Reviews (8)

David Koritko 2023 Aug 31

Visit to see George Washington’s fort to defend the first frontier of America. Great guide named David. Have to make arrangements for a private tour but can follow along with cell phone tour. Little museum with artifacts, books and maps open by appointment. The original hand dug well remains which is the focal point of visible history with an outline of the fort walls.

Jonathan Holland 2022 Aug 26

Aside from the historical markers and the paint on the street and sidewalks showing portions of some of the forts outline there isn't much to see. However once you look closer at the terrain and engage your imagination you can clearly understand why the fort was placed in this commanding location. Well worth a quick stop to view this location.

Your Name_Here 2022 Apr 19

This is THE place to cool off. We went there and noticed a commotion about a half-block away. People were lined up watching some old guy who actually tried to eat an ice cream cone with a mask on.

It was a hot day and he was dripping the sticky glop all over himself and others. It looked like he was trying to smell people's hair when they would try to take a selfie with him.

Some guys with dark glasses tried to talk him into going with them. He kept saying, "C'mon, man!"

It was really odd so we just left. People were saying the guy with the ice cream was connected to George Washington.

Very Confusing.

We went back in April but it snowed. We had a brief snowball fight and some Karen with a mask raised hell about it so we flipped her off and peeled out of there.

Timothy Stockdale 2021 May 05

“In 1756, during the French and Indian War, Col. George Washington proposed, designed, and supervised construction of the largest and most formidable fort on Virginia's colonial frontier. Equipped with 24 pieces of artillery, the fort served as Col. Washington's command center for the Virginia Regiment and a chain of defenses that extended from the Potomac River to the North Carolina border. Situated on the high ground north of town, the fort overlooked and protected the developing community. Directly behind this marker is the fort's surviving well dug through 103 feet of solid limestone.” -Virginia Historical Marker

Karl Thomas 2020 May 30

There is not much to see here. There is a plaque that gives you information and lines that show where the fort extended out too, but now this is someone's house. They were understand and helpful but there isn't much to see.