Vicksburg National Military Park
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Vicksburg National Military Park at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main Vicksburg National Military Park highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Gateway towns in MS
Explore this park
Alerts(4)
Illinois Memorial Closed for Restoration
NPS detailsThe memorial itself closed for restoration starting on September 16, 2025. Starting on March 2, 2026, access to Tour Stops 2 and 3 will be temporarily closed. The closure point will be at the Shirley House. Visitors will still be able to continue north along Union Avenue and access the remainder of the Tour Road. This section will remain closed for the duration of the Illinois Memorial Restoration. The project is expected to be completed by September 2026.
National Cemetery Closed to Vehicles; Open to Pedestrians
Due to weather related incidents, Vicksburg National Cemetery is closed to vehicular traffic, however it is open to pedestrians. Visitor can park in the adjacent USS Cairo parking lot and walk into the cemetery.
Louisiana Circle Closed
Louisiana Circle is closed to vehicles and pedestrians due to slope instability. Navy Circle is open and also provides views of the Mississippi River.
North Union Avenue and Grant Circle Closed for Repairs
NPS detailsNorth Union Avenue and Grant Circle are closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic for repairs. Entering these construction areas is prohibited. This work is to repair severe weather damage in 2020. The remainder of the park and tour road are open.
Common questions
Planning Vicksburg 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 Vicksburg National Military Park. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
