Visitors can find solitude, seasonal beauty, and abundant wildlife along the 2.8-mile trail through the park.
Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
National Military Park · AL
On March 27, 1814, Major General Andrew Jackson ‘s army of 3,300 men attacked Chief Menawa’s 1,000 Red Stick Creek warriors fortified in a horseshoe shaped bend of the Tallapoosa River. Over 800 Red Sticks died that day. This battle ended the Creek War, resulted in a land cession of 23,000,000 acres to the United States and created a national hero of Andrew Jackson.
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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available38 activities
Park Name
InfoHorseshoe Bend National Military Park
Designation
InfoNational Military Park
State(s)
InfoAL
Phone
Info256-234-7111
HOBE_Information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoPark grounds, trails, and picnic areas, are open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST. The Visitor Center is open from 9:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. The tour road is open. The boat launch closes at sunset.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite, Immigration + 22 more
Weather Info
InfoSummers can be extremely hot and humid and winters can be damp, wet, and cold, with occasional hard freezes. During the summer season visitors should dress in light, comfortable clothing, wear comfort
Getting There
InfoLocated in northeastern Tallapoosa County, Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is accessible from US Highway 280, as well as AL Highways 22 and 49. The Park is located 5 miles south of the town of N
Location
Info32.9767° N, -85.7341° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website