Manassas National Battlefield Park

Manassas National Battlefield Park

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Manassas National Battlefield Park

Virginia

(703) 361-1339

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Things To Do

Overview

Manassas National Battlefield park was established in 1940 to preserve the scene of two major Civil War battles. Located a few miles north of the prized railroad junction of Manassas, Virginia, the peaceful Virginia countryside bore witness to clashes between the armies of the North and South in 1861 and 1862. Today the battlefield park provides the opportunity for visitors to explore the historic terrain where men fought and died for their beliefs a century ago.

Map of Manassas

Latitude, Longitude: 38.816706, -77.530861

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Activities

  • Auto/Motorcycle

    Audio CDs are available for sale in the park bookstore/gift shop to assist a self-guided driving tour of the Second Manassas battlefield. Free park brochures with maps and information about the various points of interest on the driving tour can be obtained at the Visitor Center information desk.

  • Fishing

    The park has 5 easily accessible public fishing ponds and 1 fishing stream.

  • Hiking

    Paths throughout the battlefields make for an enjoyable stroll.

  • Horseback Riding

    Bridal trails and horsetrailer parking on site.

  • Picnicking

    Picnicking is encouraged, and picnic tables are available.

Seasonality/Weather

The best times to visit the Southeastern United States are fall and spring. Summer days are usually hot and humid.

Directions

Driving

From Washington D.C. and Points East: Travel west on I-66 to Exit 47B, Route 234 North (Sudley Road). Proceed through the first traffic light. The entrance to the Henry Hill Visitors Center is on the right, just past the Northern Virginia Community College.

From Points North: Travel south on I-95 to the Capital Beltway (Route 495). Travel west towards Silver Springs, MD. Continue on the Beltway for approximately 10 miles, crossing the Potomac river into Virginia. Take the exit for I-66 west to Manassas. Take Exit 47B, Route 234 North (Sudley Road). Proceed through the first traffic light. The entrance to the Henry Hill Visitors Center is on the right, just past the Northern Virginia Community College.

From Points South: Travel north on I-95 to Exit 152, Route 234. Turn left at the traffic light on to Route 234 North (Sudley Road). Stay on Business Route 234 (do not take the by-pass) and travel for approximately 20 miles just beyond the city of Manassas. The entrance to the Henry Hill Visitors Center is located on the right, just past the entrance to the Northern Virginia Community College.

From Points West: Travel east on I-66 to Exit 47, Route 234 North (Sudley Road). Turn left on Route 234 and proceed through the first traffic light. The entrance to the Henry Hill Visitors Center is on the right, just past the Northern Virginia Community College.

Flying

Dulles International Airport (IAD) is located about 15 miles northeast of the park, off Route 28 North. Rental cars are available at the airport. Take Route 28 south to I-66 west. Take Exit 47B, Route 234 North (Sudley Road). The entrance to the Henry Hill Visitors Center is on the right, just past the Northern Virginia Community College.

Public Transportation

There is no public transportation to the park.

Phone Numbers

Primary

(703) 361-1339

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