Pea Ridge National Military Park - Garfield Landmark

Full Amenity List

• gift shop
• visitor center
• picnic tables

Descriptions from Across the Web

• On March 7 & 8, 1862, 26,000 soldiers fought here to decide the fate of Missouri. The 4,300-acre park honors those who fought ... more on Nps.gov

Directions

Plane Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) serves the NW Arkansas area and is 20 miles southwest of the park. US Airways, Northwest, Delta, United, Continental and American Airlines serve this facility. Rental cars are available at the airport. The park can be reached by traveling from XNA to AR Highway 12 to Bentonville and I-540, then north one exit to US 62 East and following the signs to the park. Car From the Northeast (Republic, MO): Take US 60 to Monett, MO, then south on MO 37 to Gateway, AR. Go west on US 62 to the park. From the North (Joplin, MO): Take US 71 south until the Pea Ridge Exit and then go left on AR 72. At the town of Pea Ridge follow 72 to US 62. Turn left on US 62 to the Park. From the South (Ft. Smith, AR): Take I-540 north. Go through Fayetteville, AR. Continue north on I-540 to the US 62 exit and follow signs to the park. From the West (Tulsa, OK): Take the Cherokee Turnpike to US 412 to Siloam Springs and Springdale, AR. Take I-540 north to US 62 East and follow signs to the park. Public Transportation There is no public transportation to the park.

Hours

The park is open year round 8-5 daily. The park is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day and in severe weather conditions.

Miscellaneous

• Admission: Details A $3.00 permit is required for visitors, ages 16-61. A $5.00 maximum per vehicle permit may be purchased for the vehicle. Frequent visitors may purchase the Annual permit which is good for the card holder and guests in a non-commercial vehicle for one year from the date of purchase. COMMERICAL FEES All commercial tours must make arrangements in advance, as to arrival, departure, fees, and numbers at least two weeks in advance. Commercial fees are based on bus occupancy. This fee is in addition to the regular entrance fee/permit. Talks or guided tours must be reserved in advance, and are subject to staff availability.

Other Web Resources

• www.nps.gov
• http://www.arkansas.com