A reconstructed Elkhorn Tavern.
Used as a field hospital during the Battle of Pea Ridge, the Elkhorn Tavern is a focal point at Pea Ridge National Military Park. NPS Photo

Pea Ridge National Military Park

National Historic Site · Arkansas · National Park Service

On March 7-8, 1862, over 23,000 soldiers fought here to decide the fate of Missouri which was a turning point of the war in the Trans-Mississippi. This 4,400-acre battlefield honors those who fought and died on these hallowed grounds. Pea Ridge was the most pivotal Civil War battle west of the Mississippi River.

Plan your visit

Know before you go

Phone
479-451-8122
Official site
www.nps.gov
Managed by
National Park Service

Getting there

Directions on Google Maps →

What's here

Highlights: Military · Infantry and Militia · Artillery · Cavalry · Battlefields · Wars and Conflicts · Civil War · Trails

Activities & features: Biking · Road Biking · Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Auto · Hiking · Horse Trekking · Horseback Riding · Living History · Historic Weapons Demonstration · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching · Park Film · Museum Exhibits · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store · Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Photos

  • Photo of road with trees on both sides of road. Trees have Fall Foliage
    Sirena Evans NPS
  • Photo of the rays of sunshine, shining though dark green trees, with long shadows falling on grass
    Stephanie Caley NPS
  • Photo of sun setting over the golden grass the battlefield.
    Stephanie Caley NPS
  • Photo of Union Union artilleryman reenactors standing in front of building.
    Stephanie Caley
  • Photo of Park Ranger talking about cannon and Cannon Crew.
    Stephanie Caley
  • Photo of Union cannons and crew firing cannons in a field.
    Jackie Fry 3-10-2012
  • Photo of Union Infantrymen reenactors standing in front of building with large crowd.
    Sirena Evans NPS

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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12