Pea Ridge National Military Park
On March 7-8, 1862, over 23,000 soldiers fought here to decide the fate of Missouri which was a turning point of the war in the Trans-Mississippi.
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About Pea Ridge National Military Park
On March 7-8, 1862, over 23,000 soldiers fought here to decide the fate of Missouri which was a turning point of the war in the Trans-Mississippi. This 4,400-acre battlefield honors those who fought and died on these hallowed grounds. Pea Ridge was the most pivotal Civil War battle west of the Mississippi River.
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Driving times from Pea Ridge National Military Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Park Grounds
- Mon
- 6:00AM - Sunset
- Tue
- 6:00AM - Sunset
- Wed
- 6:00AM - Sunset
- Thu
- 6:00AM - Sunset
- Fri
- 6:00AM - Sunset
- Sat
- 6:00AM - Sunset
- Sun
- 6:00AM - Sunset
Activities
Getting there
Pea Ridge National Military Park is located in the northwestern part of the state and is on a part of the Ozark Plateau. The climate is hot and humid in the summers, has mild temperatures in the fall, and drier and cooler temperatures in the winter. During the spring and summer, active thunderstorms can pop up. During the winter months, the wind chill factor can make the temperature feel much colder than the air temperature. The winters can be cold with some snow and ice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Pea Ridge National Military Park?
- Popular activities include Biking, Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Guided Tours, Hiking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Pea Ridge National Military Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach George Washington Carver National Monument (1 h 27 min), Fort Smith National Historic Site (1 h 46 min), Buffalo National River (1 h 46 min), Wilson's Creek National Battlefield (2 h 2 min), Fort Scott National Historic Site (2 h 26 min), Harry S Truman National Historic Site (3 h 30 min).