Vicksburg National Military Park is located in western Mississippi, approximately 45 miles from Jackson, Mississippi.
Traveling to Vicksburg National Military Park Click on the panels below to view recommended directions to the park entrance via specific transportation.
The nearest commercial airport to Vicksburg National Military Park is Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport, located in Jackson, MS, approximately 50 miles east from the park.
There is limited public transportation access to the park. Visit the City of Vicksburg website for more information.
Where to Start Your Visit to the ParkOrientation to the park begins at the Clay Street Visitor Center with an 18-minute film. Visitors can then drive the historic 16-mile tour road through Union siege and Confederate defensive lines. Before arriving, we suggest checking for any park alerts that may impact your visit and reviewing the entrance fees and passes information. View Driving Tour Stops in the ParkInteractive Park MapPlan your trip to Vicksburg NMP |
Last updated: May 6, 2024