Stones River National Battlefield
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Stones River National Battlefield at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Historic grounds and interpretive exhibits at Stones River National Battlefield
- Nearby city
- Murfreesboro, TN
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About Stones River National Battlefield
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it changed forever the people who lived and fought here.
1 current NPS alert
- Park Closure: McFadden Farm Trail Connection to Stones River Greenway Closed
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 10, 2026). Official Stones River National Battlefield page on nps.gov
Weather Information
- Spring
and fall are pleasant.
- Summer
is hot and humid with highs in the 90s.
- Winter
temperatures are variable, but temperatures may drop below freezing with occasional snow.
Operating Hours
Park Tour Road
From March 1st through October 31st,the park tour road is open to vehicles from 8 AM to 5 PM daily. Gates to the parking areas at Stones River National Cemetery, McFadden Farm (Tour Stop 6) and Redoubt Brannan are also open from 8 AM to 5 PM. WINTER HOURS - From November 1st through the end of February, the gates listed above close at 4:30 PM. Visitor Center parking open from 7 AM to 30-45 minutes before sunset daily. Pedestrians and bicyclists may use park roads and trails from sunrise to sunset.
- Monday8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday8:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday8:00AM - 5:00PM
Park Grounds
Pedestrians and bicyclists may use park roads and trails from sunrise to sunset.
- MondaySunrise to Sunset
- TuesdaySunrise to Sunset
- WednesdaySunrise to Sunset
- ThursdaySunrise to Sunset
- FridaySunrise to Sunset
- SaturdaySunrise to Sunset
- SundaySunrise to Sunset
Common questions
Planning Stones River National Battlefield
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 Stones River National Battlefield. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
