Laws & Policies

Superintendent's Compendium

The compendium lists special designations, closures, permit requirements, and other restrictions imposed under discretionary authority of the superintendent.

Click here to read the compendium online

Click here to request a copy through e-mail. Or, call the park at 417-732-2662.

Firearms and other weapons

Legislation – As of February 22, 2010, a federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws to legally possess firearms in national parks. Refer to Section 512 of the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009, Public Law 111-24, 123 Stat. 1764-65.

Park User Responsibility – It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit Missouri Revised Statutes, Chapter 571.

Weapons Prohibited in Federal Facilities – Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances. Refer to 18 U.S.C. Sec. 930.

Federal facilities at Wilson’s Creek National Battlefield include the visitor center, library, historic Ray House, and park maintenance buildings.