Which national parks are within a day's drive of Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument?

Within about a day's drive you can reach Camp Nelson National Monument (1 h 11 min), Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park (1 h 30 min), Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area (1 h 37 min), Obed Wild & Scenic River (1 h 38 min), Mammoth Cave National Park (1 h 47 min), Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (2 h 3 min).

A orange sunset over the white granite headstones in the national cemetery with silhouetted cannon.

NATIONAL MONUMENT

Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs.

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OVERVIEW

About Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importance to both sides of the fight.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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A paved path leads to a gray wooden building with US Flag flying.

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Camp Nelson National Monument

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National Historical Park · Kentucky

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park

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National River & Recreation Area · Kentucky

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area

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Wild & Scenic River · Tennessee

Obed Wild & Scenic River

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Mammoth Cave National Park

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National Historical Park · Kentucky

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park

Driving times from Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Thu: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Fri: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sun: 10:00AM - 4:00PM

THINGS TO DO

Activities

Guided ToursJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum ExhibitsPark FilmSelf-Guided Tours - Auto

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

Nancy, Kentucky, on average, gets 50 inches of rain per year and 11 inches of snow. July is usually the warmest month with temperatures around 86 F. January can reach a low of 25 F.

Directions →Official NPS page →

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do at Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument?: Popular activities include Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Self-Guided Tours - Auto.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument?: Within about a day's drive you can reach Camp Nelson National Monument (1 h 11 min), Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park (1 h 30 min), Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area (1 h 37 min), Obed Wild & Scenic River (1 h 38 min), Mammoth Cave National Park (1 h 47 min), Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (2 h 3 min).