National Battlefield Park
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a National Battlefield Park in Georgia. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert (1 closure), 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center; entrance fees start at $5.
Georgia National Battlefield Park America the Beautiful pass accepted
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“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.”
Active alerts
1
Closures
1
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 1 closure, 0 danger, 0 caution and 0 information.
Closure
The road to the top of Kennesaw Mountain is now closed to private vehicles. Shuttle service to the top of the mountain is available 7 days a week for free, parking fees still apply. Cycling is now permitted to the top of the mountain in designated lane during designated hours. Cyclist Hours: Summer: 7:30–9:30 AM & 4:30–8:30 PM Winter: 7:30–9:30 AM & 4:30–6:30 PM
Posted or updated Sep 8, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov
The daily entrance fee for Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is $5. This can be purchased online, in our Visitor Center, or at any of our five Automated Fee Machines located in our major parking lots.
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Private Vehicle | $5 | The 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… Buy online |
| Entrance - Per Person | $5 | The Daily Pass is valid for the date of purchase only. It admits all walk-in visitors aged 16 and older. |
| Entrance - Education/Academic Groups | Free | To request an Academic Fee Waiver for your group, click on the link for further details. |
| Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach | $100 | $100 Motor Coach/Commercial Tour Groups with 26 or more people |
| Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus | $40 | $40 per passenger bus with 16-25 people |
| Commercial Entrance - Sedan | $25 | $25 per passenger bus/sedan with 1-6 people |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $40 | Recreation.gov |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here. This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online. Fee details on nps.gov
Rangers and volunteers can assist with basic genealogy research on Civil War ancestors.
10-30 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
Tour Kennesaw Mountain NBP's Museum
15-60 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
Viewing the park film
35-35 Minutes Year-round Fee applies
See all 5 things to do in Kennesaw Mountain →
Activities the NPS lists for Kennesaw Mountain.
BikingRoad BikingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoHikingJunior Ranger ProgramMuseum Exhibits
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Kennesaw Mountain NBP is open from 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM during Daylight Saving Time (March - November) and 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM Standard Time (December - February) These hours apply to all trails and…
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
| Thursday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
| Friday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
| Saturday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
| Sunday | 6:30AM - 8:30PM |
Weather: Before you start your trip to the mountain, check the local weather forecast to be sure that you will have a dry time.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Visitor Center | Daily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 770-427-4686 ext. 0 | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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