Shiloh National Military Park
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Shiloh National Military Park at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–3 days
- Don't miss
- Hike the Shiloh Indian Mounds Complex
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in TN
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About Shiloh National Military Park
Visit the sites of the most epic struggle in the Western Theater of the Civil War. Nearly 110,000 American troops clashed in a bloody contest that resulted in 23,746 casualties; more casualties than in all of America's previous wars combined. Explore both the Shiloh and Corinth battlefields to discover the impact of this struggle on the soldiers and on the nation.
Weather Information
Shiloh National Military Park traditionally experiences mild winters and hot summers with an average high of 90 degrees
- Summer
and 50 in winter; average lows
- Winter
are 34 degrees but single digits are not unusual.
Rainfall in the area averages 57 inches a year with an additional 2-3 inches of ice/snow and violent thunderstorms can take place at any time of year.
Operating Hours
The park grounds remain open daily from sunrise to sunset. The Shiloh Battlefield visitor center is open from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm daily. The park film, "Shiloh: Fiery Trial" shows on the hour beginning at 9:00 am with the last showing at 4:00 pm. The Corinth Civil War Interpretive Center is open from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm daily. The America's National Parks Store at Shiloh is open from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm daily during the summer season.
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Planning Shiloh National Military Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Shiloh National Military Park. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
