Pea Ridge National Military 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 4,300-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.
The entrance road is located on Highway 62, 1.3 miles east of the intersection of Highways 62 and 72. As one is driving along highway 62, watch for the brown road signs directing one to the entrance road to the park's visitor center.
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Hiking
- Horse Trekking
- Horseback Riding
- Living History
- Historic Weapons Demonstration
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Gift Shop and Souvenirs
- Military
- Infantry and Militia
- Artillery
- Cavalry
- Battlefields
- Wars and Conflicts
- Civil War
Elkhorn Tavern
Used as a field hospital during the Battle of Pea Ridge, the Elkhorn Tavern is a focal point at Pea Ridge National Military Park.
Park Tour Road in Fall
Park tour road in the fall.
Sunset and Green Tree's
Photo taken at sunset showing the deep green trees.
Silent Field
Silent Field is a photo that shows the sun setting over the golden grass of the battlefield. Men fought and died in this field, on a cold day in March of 1862.
Rededication to the Elkhorn Tavern
Photo of Union Union artilleryman reenactors standing in front of the Elkhorn Tavern for the rededication of the building.
Park Ranger and Cannon Crew
Ranger Troy Banzhaf giving information about 6 lb. cannon and cannon crew.
Union Cannons
Photo of Union artilleryman reenactors standing in Cox's field firing cannon's on the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Pea Ridge.
Union Infantry 150th
Photo of Union Infantrymen reenactors standing in front of the Elkhorn Tavern, with large crowd during demonstration on the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Pea Ridge. .