On July 21, 1861, two armies clashed for the first time on the fields overlooking Bull Run. Heavy fighting swept away any notion of a quick war. In August 1862, Union and Confederate armies converged for a second time on the plains of Manassas. The Confederates won a solid victory bringing them to the height of their power.
Welcome to Manassas National Battlefield Park
Join a park ranger for one of our programs about the First and Second Battles of Manassas.
Learn about the different options for hiking the trails in the park!
Learn more about the First Battle of Manassas (Bull Run) - July 21, 1861.
Learn more about the Confederate victory at the Second Battle of Manassas (Bull Run) - August 28-30, 1862.
Last updated: November 6, 2021