Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,965 acre National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign.
Photo: Tom Wilson / NPS
About Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,965 acre National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. Opposing forces maneuvered and fought here from June 19, 1864 until July 2, 1864. Although most famous as a Civil War battlefield, Kennesaw Mountain has a much richer story.
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Driving times from Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Entrance fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$5.00The Daily Pass is valid for the date of purchase only. It admits all persons traveling in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle (car/truck/van) and is non-transferable. This pass does NOT guarantee a parking spot.
Entrance - Per Person
$5.00The Daily Pass is valid for the date of purchase only. It admits all walk-in visitors aged 16 and older.
Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
FreeTo request an Academic Fee Waiver for your group, click on the link for further details.
Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$100.00$100 Motor Coach/Commercial Tour Groups with 26 or more people
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$40.00$40 per passenger bus with 16-25 people
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$25.00$25 per passenger bus/sedan with 1-6 people
Hours
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
- Mon
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
- Tue
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
- Wed
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
- Thu
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
- Fri
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
- Sat
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
- Sun
- 6:30AM - 8:30PM
Cheatham Hill Parking Lot
- Mon
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
- Tue
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
- Wed
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
- Thu
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
- Fri
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
- Sat
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
- Sun
- 8:00AM - 7:30PM
Activities
Getting there
Before you start your trip to the mountain, check the local weather forecast to be sure that you will have a dry time. Though we are located north of Atlanta, we're still have the same hot summers and mild winters as our neighbors. The mountain top generally ranges 8-10 degrees cooler than at the base. In fall and winter, be prepared with a light weight jacket on hand. After planning your activities, check back to see what the weather will have in store for your day.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to enter Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park?
- Entrance to Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park starts at $5. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
- What is there to do at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park?
- Popular activities include Biking, Guided Tours, Hiking, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Road Biking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park (28 min), Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area (39 min), Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (1 h 36 min), Freedom Riders National Monument (1 h 37 min), Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (1 h 50 min), Little River Canyon National Preserve (1 h 59 min).