Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence.
Photo: NPS / Tom Engberg / NPS
About Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of the most respected leaders of his time. A well-rounded man with a steadfast devotion to duty, Young led by example and inspired a generation of new leaders.
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Driving times from Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
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- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- Closed
- Thu
- Closed
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Activities
Getting there
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 29 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 74 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is just under 40". Snowfall in the winter is generally light with an average total snowfall of about 22".
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument?
- Popular activities include Dining, Food, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film, Self-Guided Tours - Auto.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park (26 min), William Howard Taft National Historic Site (1 h 6 min), Hopewell Culture National Historical Park (1 h 22 min), Camp Nelson National Monument (2 h 50 min), Cuyahoga Valley National Park (3 h 2 min), River Raisin National Battlefield Park (3 h 5 min).