National Military Park

Pea Ridge National Military Park

Pea Ridge National Military Park is a National Military Park in Arkansas. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.

Arkansas National Military Park No entrance fee

Updated · NPS Data API

A reconstructed Elkhorn Tavern.
Elkhorn Tavern · Photo: NPS Photo (via nps.gov)

About the 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.”

Active alerts

0

Closures

0

Campgrounds

0

Visitor centers

1

Current alerts and closures

The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.

Entrance fees and passes

This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.

Things to do

Bicycles in Pea Ridge National Park

Cycling at Pea Ridge National Military Park is a great way to discover the true scope of the park, both in size and meaning. It is also a wonderful opportunity to experience a quiet peaceful place of nature in bustling Northwest Arkansas.

30-120 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Road Biking

Williams Hollow Loop Hike

Hiking at Pea Ridge National Military Park is a great way to understand the true scope of the park, both in size and meaning. It is also a wonderful opportunity to experience the quiet peace of nature in bustling Northwest Arkansas.

45-90 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Activities the NPS lists for Pea Ridge.

BikingRoad BikingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - AutoHikingHorse TrekkingHorseback RidingLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

Operating hours

The battlefield driving tour road is open for visitors to tour 7 days a week from 6 am to sunset.

Park Grounds
DayHours
Monday6:00AM - Sunset
Tuesday6:00AM - Sunset
Wednesday6:00AM - Sunset
Thursday6:00AM - Sunset
Friday6:00AM - Sunset
Saturday6:00AM - Sunset
Sunday6:00AM - Sunset

Weather: Pea Ridge National Military Park is located in the northwestern part of the state and is on a part of the Ozark Plateau.

Contact and directions

Phone
479-451-8122
Email
[email protected]
Address
15930 National Park Drive, Garfield, AR 72732
Coordinates
36.4544, -94.0347· View on OpenStreetMap

Official park page on nps.gov Directions

Visitor centers

Visitor centerStandard hoursPhonePassport stamp
Pea Ridge National Military ParkDaily: 9:00AM - 5:00PM479-451-8122Yes

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/peri/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.