How much does it cost to enter Vicksburg National Military Park?

Entrance to Vicksburg National Military Park starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.

Which national parks are within a day's drive of Vicksburg National Military Park?

Within about a day's drive you can reach Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument (49 min), Poverty Point National Monument (1 h 9 min), Natchez National Historical Park (1 h 19 min), Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument (2 h 28 min), Natchez Trace Parkway (3 h 11 min), Cane River Creole National Historical Park (3 h 23 min).

NATIONAL MILITARY PARK

Vicksburg National Military Park

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LA · MS

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$10

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OVERVIEW

About Vicksburg National Military Park

To Confederate President Jefferson Davis, Vicksburg was the "nailhead that holds the South's two halves together." President Abraham Lincoln remarked "Vicksburg is the key" to victory, and could be the north's lifeline into the south. As the federals closed in on the Fortress City, they were met by a ring of forts with over 170 cannon. The resulting battle would determine the war's outcome.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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A small ranch-style home, aqua in color with light brown brick accents, sits on a shaded lot.

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Driving times from Vicksburg National Military Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

BEFORE YOU GO

Entrance fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle

$20.00

This pass admits the driver and all passengers in a private, non-commercial vehicle to the park.

Entrance - Motorcycle

$15.00

Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. The park requires all visitors to pay an entrance fee except children under 16 years of age.

Entrance - Per Person

$10.00

Good for 7 days You are purchasing a digital site pass that is valid only for weekly entrance fees at Vicksburg National Military Park. The park requires all visitors to pay an entrance fee except children under 16 years of age. The pass covers entry for one pedestrian or cyclist.

Entrance - Non-commercial Groups

Free

$10 per person, not to exceed commercial group rate.

Commercial Entrance - Sedan

$25.00

$25.00 plus $10 per passenger (not to exceed $40).

Commercial Entrance - Van

$40.00

As provided by non-NPS charter tour companies.

Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus

$40.00

As provided by non-NPS charter tour companies.

Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach

$100.00

As provided by non-NPS charter tour companies.

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Visitor Center

Mon: Closed
Tue: Closed
Wed: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Thu: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Fri: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sat: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sun: 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Vehicle Access to Tour Road

Mon: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Tue: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Wed: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Thu: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Fri: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Sat: 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Sun: 8:30AM - 5:00PM

USS Cairo Outdoor Exhibit Area

Mon: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Tue: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Wed: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Thu: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Fri: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sat: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sun: 8:30AM - 4:30PM

USS Cairo Museum

Mon: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Tue: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Wed: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Thu: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Fri: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sat: 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Sun: 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Vicksburg National Military Park Grounds

Mon: Sunrise to Sunset
Tue: Sunrise to Sunset
Wed: Sunrise to Sunset
Thu: Sunrise to Sunset
Fri: Sunrise to Sunset
Sat: Sunrise to Sunset
Sun: Sunrise to Sunset

THINGS TO DO

Activities

Auto and ATVBikingBookstore and Park StoreFoodFront-Country HikingGuided ToursHikingHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramLiving HistoryMuseum ExhibitsPark FilmPicnickingRoad BikingScenic DrivingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoShopping

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

Spring and fall in Vicksburg are always very pleasant with cool nights and warm, sunny days with temperatures ranging from lows of 40 degrees to highs of 70 degrees. Winter weather in Mississippi is usually mild except for occasional cold air invasions which normally last only a couple of days. Temperatures range from lows of 30 degrees to highs of 50 degrees. In the summer, weather is consistently hot, beginning in the low 70's and climbing to highs ranging from 80-100 degrees in the afternoon.

Directions →Official NPS page →

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to enter Vicksburg National Military Park?: Entrance to Vicksburg National Military Park starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
What is there to do at Vicksburg National Military Park?: Popular activities include Auto and ATV, Biking, Bookstore and Park Store, Food, Front-Country Hiking, Guided Tours.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Vicksburg National Military Park?: Within about a day's drive you can reach Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument (49 min), Poverty Point National Monument (1 h 9 min), Natchez National Historical Park (1 h 19 min), Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument (2 h 28 min), Natchez Trace Parkway (3 h 11 min), Cane River Creole National Historical Park (3 h 23 min).