National Parks / Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
National Battlefield — MO
Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and where the first Union general was killed in action. The costly Southern victory on August 10, 1861, focused national attention on the war in Missouri. Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield commemorates and interprets the battle within the context of the war in the Trans-Mississippi West.
Current Alerts
- InformationAmerica the Beautiful Pass not Issued at Wilson's Creek
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield is a fee free site. No pass or charge is required to visit. Due to being a fee free site, America the Beautiful Passes are no longer issued. To learn about different pass types and where you can obtain them, including new digital passes, please visit the provided link.
More info → - InformationNavigation Warning
Some navigation systems on devices misdirect visitors driving to Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield. Please note that the entrance to the park is at the visitor center located near the Southeast intersection of Hwy ZZ and FR 182.
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Junior Ranger ProgramSat Aug 29 2026Meet at the visitor center
- Civil War MedicineSun Aug 30 2026Join us in the multipurpose room of the visitor center.
- Should Death Be Ranked?Sun Aug 30 2026Visitor Center
- Beyond the Musket: Common Soldiers at the Battle of Wilson's CreekSat Sep 05 2026Visitor Center Lawn
- Civil War MedicineSun Sep 13 2026Join us in the multipurpose room of the visitor center.