Mine Creek Battlefield State Historic Site - Freedom's Frontier National Heritage Area

Walk the battlefield that is among the largest cavalry engagements of the Civil War.

Locations

Hours

Visitor Center - April-Oct: Wed-Sat 10 am-5 pm
Battlefield walking trails, Dawn-Dusk year-round

Admission to visitor center exhibits is $5 adults, $1 students.

Contact Information

20485 KS Hwy 52
Pleasanton, KS 66075
Phone: 913-352-8890
website

Location Type

Museum
National Register of Historic Places
Walking Tours
Battlefield

Site Info

AC / Heating
Bus / RV Parking
Giftshop
Group Tours
Hiking Trails
Parking
Restrooms
Staffed
Water Fountain
Wheel Chair Accessible

On October 25, 1864, on the banks of Mine Creek, two Union brigades of approximately 2,500 troops defeated approximately 7,000 Confederates from General Sterling Price's Army of Missouri. Federal Colonels Frederick W. Benteen and John H. Philips led the attack in one of the largest cavalry battles of the Civil War and a major battle fought in Kansas. Their dramatic story comes alive at Mine Creek Battlefield.

Horses, bikes, ATVs and motorbikes are not permitted on the battle grounds of Mine Creek Civil War Battlefield State Historic Park. Leashed dogs are welcome on the grounds and trails.

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