Let's Go Outside!

Looking for a way to get some exercise and learn something too? Petersburg National Battlefield has some great opportunities for adults and children to learn more about history and nature all while participating in some healthy outdoor activities.

Hiking and bicycle trails can be found at both the Eastern Front (Main) Unit and the Five Forks Battlefield Unit. Outdoor exhibits are located near these trails which will help you understand the historic significance of Petersburg National Battlefield.

Fishing is an activity available at the Grant's Headquarters Unit of Petersburg National Battlefield. Take some time after fishing to tour the same grounds General Grant and President Lincoln walked along in the spring of 1865. Know that the area where the fishing pier is located was the site of one of the largest wharf buildings that stored vital supplies needed by the Union Army during the Siege of Petersburg.

For more information about "Things To Do" at Petersburg National Battlefield, call (804) 732-3531 ext. 200.

Click here for the Eastern Front Unit Trail Map

Click here for the Five Forks Unit Trail Map

 

Daily Programs - Summer, 2009 (May 30-Aug. 2)

General Grant's Headquarters at City Point:

City Point Currents: 11:00-11:30 a.m.

 

Eastern Front Unit (Main Unit):

Caravan Tours: 10:00-11:15, 2:30-3:45 p.m.

Battle of the Crater: 11:00, 1:00, & 4:00 p.m.

 

Poplar Grove National Cemetery:

This Hallowed Ground: 10:00-10:30, 2:30-3:00 p.m.

 

Five Forks Battlefield:

Death of the Confederacy: 3:00-3:30 p.m.