Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
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About Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focused national attention on the war in Missouri. Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield commemorates and interprets the battle within the context of the war in the Trans-Mississippi West.
Things To Do
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Report for Duty at Wilson's Creek NB
Become a Junior Ranger at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield!
Seek and Find
Seek and Find nature and plant species as you visit the battlefield.
In the Steps of Soldiers
Hike in the footsteps of Federal and Southern soldiers.
Let Nature Surprise You
Let Nature Surprise You! Bring a notebook to journal about the nature you find at Wilsons Creek.
Ponder on the Porch
Visit the Ray House and imagine how their family home was trasformed by battle into a field hospital.
Moving on the Tour Road
Choose a method of exploring the Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield Tour Road that works best for you.
Available Activities
Weather
Summer months are frequently hot and humid, with occasional showers and thunderstorms. Winter months (especially January and February) are frequently cold, with occasional ice and light snow. Spring and fall months are generally pleasant, with occasional showers.
Getting There
From I-44: exit at Exit 70 (Missouri Highway MM). Continue south to U.S.
Highway 60. Proceed through the intersection. Continue 1/2 mile to Missouri Highway ZZ.
Turn right on ZZ. Continue south to Farm Road 182 (Elm Street). At the roundabout, take the third exit; the entrance to the battlefield is on the right.
Plan Your Visit
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STANDARD HOURS (TOUR ROAD)
The park grounds are open from 1/2 hour before sunrise until 1/2 hour after sunset. This includes non-motorized and pedestrian access to the tour road. Motorized access to the tour road begins at 8:00 am daily when the automated entrance gate will open. The visitor center and museum hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily, seven days a week.
