Recreation area

Visitor Center & Park Garden Hours

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park · New Bedford · Massachusetts — managed by National Park Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Discover the vibrant heart of New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park at the National Park Visitor Center. Immerse yourself in a brief orientation and gather all the essential materials before embarking on your journey to explore the park, its diverse partners, and the rich tapestry of experiences that the City of New Bedford has to offer. *Please not the Visitor Center operates seasonally. Please see active exceptions to ensure that the Visitor Center is open for your visit.

Getting there

There are several ways to access the park, visit the link to see how: https://www.nps.gov/nebe/planyourvisit/directions.htm

Contact
(508) 996-4095

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.