National Battlefield · MO

Things to do in Wilson's Creek

The National Park Service lists 12 things to do at Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. 10 have no extra fee, 12 need no reservation, and 12 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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All (12) Self-Guided Tours - Walking (6)Living History (2)Museum Exhibits (1)Picnicking (1)Junior Ranger Program (1)Scenic Driving (1)
display in the museum of the Pulaski Battery Artillery 5 man gun crew with Cannon
Photo: NPS Photo/Volunteer Charlie Dischinger

Battlefield Museum

Let your curiosity be your guide while visiting one of the nation's finest publicly held Civil War museum collections.

Spring Fee applies Pets allowed

Museum Exhibits

Ray House in the summer with split rail fencing at the border of yard in front of wire road path
Photo: NPS Photo

Ponder on the Porch

Visit the Ray House and imagine how their family home was trasformed by battle into a field hospital.

2-8 Hours Spring Pets allowed

Living History

Wilson's Creek in the early morning with the sunshining on the water and the mist rising in the air.
Photo: NPS Photo

Reflect at Wilson's Creek

Relax by the waters of Wilson’s Creek and transport your mind to a place of reflection.

1-8 Minutes Spring Fee applies Pets allowed

Picnicking

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Wilson's Creek. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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