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Pea Ridge National Military Park Union gunners fire at nearby Missouri State Guard troops at the begining of the first day of battle
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Pea Ridge National Military Park
Things To Do
Trail near Little Sugar Creek

Pea Ridge has much to offer for almost everybody. 

Indoor Activities in the Visitor Center include:

·        A 28-minute orientation film
·        Many temporary exhibits
·        A museum explaining the battle
·        A great bookstore

Outdoor Activities include:

·        7-mile self-guided tour road
·        28 Interpretive Exhibits
·        9 miles of horse trails
·        7 miles of hiking trails

Pea Ridge National Military Park also organizes and hosts occassional community events, historical programs, and service projects. Please check our Schedule of Events to see what is happening currently.

Check out Nearby Attractions for other opportunities the area has to offer.

 

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General Earl Van Dorn, of the Confederate army

Did You Know?
When Confederate General Van Dorn heard news that Curtis pushed Price out of Missouri, he set out to take personal charge of an attack on Curtis, along with Price and McCulloch. He arrived at Price’s headquarters in an ambulance, braving a severe illness resulting from falling into an icy stream.
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Last Updated: January 15, 2009 at 17:03 MST