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Historic park · Bentonville, Arkansas
Pea Ridge National Military Park
Civil War battlefield from March 1862, northeast of Bentonville, with a visitor center, an approximately 11 km driving loop and trails through fields and woods.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Pea Ridge National Military Park
In March 1862, Union and Confederate troops fought for two days in the fields and hills of Pea Ridge in northwest Arkansas. the Union victory secured control of Missouri for much of the Civil War. The battle was also one of the few in which Native American troops fought alongside the Confederates.
The battlefield is protected as a national military park. The visitor center shows a film and exhibits about the battle, including weapons and uniforms.
An approximately 11 km driving loop passes the main points, with signs and overlooks such as East Overlook, which affords views over much of the terrain. The Elkhorn Tavern, a reconstructed inn on the site of the original, marks the center of the fighting.
There are walking and horseback trails through the fields and woods.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From one and a half to two hours.
Best time
Mornings in April–June and September–November. In summer, do the driving loop before the heat of the day.
How to get there
Along US-62, about 20 km northeast of Bentonville, by car.
Tip
The park charges per person or per vehicle according to National Park Service rules: check the park’s website.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Pea Ridge National Military Park
What happened at Pea Ridge?
A Civil War battle in March 1862, won by the Union, which secured control of Missouri.
How long does a visit to Pea Ridge take?
Between one and a half and two hours, including the film and the driving loop.
Is Pea Ridge near Bentonville?
Yes, about 20 km to the northeast, roughly a 25-minute drive.