Sagamore Hill National Historic Site

About Sagamore Hill

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 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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Getting there

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. 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.

Weather

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.

Things to do

Arts and Crafts, Arts and Culture, Astronomy, Biking, Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Citizen Science, Compass and GPS, Craft Demonstrations, Food, Front-Country Hiking, Geocaching, Guided Tours, Hands-On, Hiking, Junior Ranger Program, Live Music, Living History, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Picnicking, Reenactments, Road Biking, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping, Wildlife Watching.