Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park Tours and Activities

Photo provided by Photo Courtesy Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism
Photo provided by Photo Courtesy Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism


Discover Arkansas’ role in the Civil War at a state park that has worked hard to preserve an important battlefield and interpret it for future generations.

Travel back through time into Arkansas’ Civil War history at the Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. One of the best-preserved battlegrounds in the country has been transformed into an interpretive park that sheds light on the state’s role in America’s infamous war. The park also hosts historic buildings that provide insight into life in that era.

Learn about the story of the conflict here at Hindman Hall, which has a museum dedicated to the battlefield. The Battle of Prairie Grove took place in 1862 and resulted in 2,700 casualties.

Choose one of a variety of options for exploring the park. Purchase an audio guide on CD and follow one of the driving trails around the park for a self-guided tour of the key locations and events.

Alternatively, head out on foot on the mile (1.6 kilometer)-long Battlefield Trail, which leads to where the heaviest fighting took place. The trail is accessible and features several panels explaining the events that occurred here.

Join a guided tour around the historic houses in the state park. Explore the halls of the Morrow House, which was used as headquarters for the Confederate Army. The Latta House shows what life was like for rich families in the antebellum era.

Come during the momentous reenactment of the battle. This huge event takes place in December every two years and features an extensive recreation of the battle, as well as traditional crafts and food over the course of a weekend.

Check the Arkansas state parks website in advance to see what programs are on when you visit. Previous events have included genealogy workshops, battlefield tours and traditional craft demonstrations.

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park is located to the north of Prairie Grove, about 20 minutes away from Fayetteville by car. Drive here and use the on-site parking for a walking exploration, or follow one of the driving trails around the park. Entrance to the visitor center is free, but tours of the historic homes come have a fee.

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