In Stillwater, on pastoral banks above the Hudson River, two hotly contested Revolutionary War battles fought here, ended in an American victory recognized as one of the most important in world history. Visit the year-round battlefield visitor center with film, light map, museum exhibits, and gift shop; tour the scenic 10-mile auto and bike road, hike historic paths. During the summer, also visit Victory Woods and the 155' Saratoga Monument (in Victory) with panoramic views of the Hudson Valley and take a free guided tour of General Philip Schuyler's 1777 home (Schuylerville).