National Parks / Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
National Military Park — GA,TN
In 1863, Union and Confederate forces fought for control of Chattanooga - a gateway to the Confederacy. The Confederates were victorious at nearby Chickamauga in September. However, renewed fighting in Chattanooga that November provided Union troops victory and control of the city. After the fighting, a Confederate soldier ominously wrote, "This...is the death-knell of the Confederacy."
Current Alerts
- InformationAmerica the Beautiful Passes Currently Unavailable at Point Park
Due to technical difficulties, America the Beautiful: The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes cannot currently be purchased at the Point Park Entrance Station on Lookout Mountain. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible and appreciate your patience and understanding. If you would like to purchase a pass in the meantime, please visit https://www.recreation.gov/pass.
- InformationConstruction Begins on Glenn-Viniard Road in Chickamauga Battlefield
Beginning August 12, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will temporarily close Glenn‑Viniard Road between LaFayette Road and Wilder Road to support construction work in Chickamauga Battlefield. During this period, all public traffic will be prohibited on the closed portion of the road. The park expects the project to be completed by early September 2026. A temporary detour will be implemented to maintain visitor access to the designated battlefield tour routes.
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Fighting for the Gateway: The Battles for Chattanooga from Point Park (Walking Tour)Mon Aug 24 2026
- The River of Death - The Battle of Chickamauga (Car Caravan Tour)Mon Aug 24 2026
- 163rd Anniversary of the Battle of ChickamaugaFri Sep 18 2026