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Temporary Number Change
The park's phone number has temporarily changed. Please call 434-694-8904.
Posted or updated Oct 18, 2024 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
National Historical Park
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Virginia. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Virginia National Historical Park No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Questions remained: could the nation reunite as one? How would emancipation be realized?”
Active alerts
1
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
Current alerts and closures
1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 1 information.
Entrance fees and passes
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Things to do
Hiking at Appomattox Court House
Appomattox Court House NHP offers nearly eight miles of trails for hiking and exploring!
10-240 Minutes Pets allowed
Living History
A living history talk is presented by a staff member who portrays a person who actually lived during 1865 and shares with visitors what he or she experienced around the time of the surrender. These talks are typically from April-October.
20-40 Minutes Spring, Summer, Fall Pets allowed
Ranger Talks
Ranger talks are scheduled on most days from April through September.
20-35 Minutes Spring, Summer Pets allowed
See all 3 things to do in Appomattox Court House →
Activities the NPS lists for Appomattox Court House.
Arts and CultureCultural DemonstrationsAuto and ATVScenic DrivingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursHikingLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationFirst Person InterpretationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs
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Operating hours
The park is open daily from 9-5, with the exception of certain holidays: Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. The park may have reduced hours (9-3) on December 24.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Weather: The park may close due to emergency weather conditions (typically snow or ice). For updated information about possible closure or altered hours due to weather, please call 434-352-8987 ext. 245.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- 4346948904
- [email protected]
- Address
- Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Appomattox, VA 24522
- Coordinates
- 37.3802, -78.7986· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appomattox Court House Visitor Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 434-352-8987 ext. 226 | Yes |
Campgrounds
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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Sources
- Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
- Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/apco/index.htm
- Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.