Pea Ridge National Military Park
National Military Park ยท Arkansas
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Historic site in Arkansas, United States
Pea Ridge National Military Park is a United States National Military Park located in northwest Arkansas near the Missouri border. The park protects the site of the Battle of Pea Ridge, fought March 7 and 8, 1862. The battle was a victory for the Union and helped it gain control of the crucial border state of Missouri.
About Pea Ridge National Military Park
On March 7-8, 1862, over 23,000 soldiers fought here to decide the fate of Missouri which was a turning point of the war in the Trans-Mississippi. This 4,400-acre battlefield honors those who fought and died on these hallowed grounds. Pea Ridge was the most pivotal Civil War battle west of the Mississippi River.
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Park Grounds
Pea Ridge National Military Park The battlefield driving tour road is open for visitors to tour 7 days a week from 6 am to sunset.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 6:00AM - Sunset | 6:00AM - Sunset | 6:00AM - Sunset | 6:00AM - Sunset | 6:00AM - Sunset | 6:00AM - Sunset | 6:00AM - Sunset |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Pea Ridge National Military Park?
Pea Ridge National Military Park is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Pea Ridge National Military Park?
Popular activities at Pea Ridge National Military Park include: Biking, Road Biking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Hiking, Horse Trekking, Horseback Riding, Living History.
What is the weather like at Pea Ridge National Military Park?
Pea Ridge National Military Park is located in the northwestern part of the state and is on a part of the Ozark Plateau. The climate is hot and humid in the summers, has mild temperatures in the fall, and drier and cooler temperatures in the winter. During the spring and summer, active thunderstorms can pop up. During the winter months, the wind chill factor can make the temperature feel much colder than the air temperature. The winters can be cold with some snow and ice.
How do I get to Pea Ridge National Military Park?
The entrance road is located on Highway 62, 1.3 miles east of the intersection of Highways 62 and 72. As one is driving along highway 62, watch for the brown road signs directing one to the entrance road to the park's visitor center.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Pea Ridge National Military Park is located in the northwestern part of the state and is on a part of the Ozark Plateau. The climate is hot and humid in the summers, has mild temperatures in the fall, and drier and cooler temperatures in the winter. During the spring and summer, active thunderstorms can pop up. During the winter months, the wind chill factor can make the temperature feel much colder than the air temperature. The winters can be cold with some snow and ice.
Directions
The entrance road is located on Highway 62, 1.3 miles east of the intersection of Highways 62 and 72. As one is driving along highway 62, watch for the brown road signs directing one to the entrance road to the park's visitor center.
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