The grounds have a park area which has large grassy areas available for leisure and picnicking. Picnic tables are located throughout. There is also a covered picnic shelter and a small playground. However, there is no camping, lodging or concessions on site. A wide variety of hotels, motels, restaurants and grocery stores are located nearby.
Camping is available with ten miles.
All park structures and facilities, excluding one building at the fort, are accessible to wheelchairs. Picnicking and strolling on the scenic grounds are also recommended. Fees are waived on this day. Regular programs include one hour tours of the fort buildings led daily throughout the year on the hour, and during summer months on the half-hour as well as the hour. Daily, continuous, cultural demonstrations are provided in other fort buildings during the summer months and occasionally during fall, winter and spring.