Cannon with front field and Visitor Center in background.
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
National Battlefield Park · GA
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,965 acre National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. Opposing forces maneuvered and fought here from June 19, 1864 until July 2, 1864. Although most famous as a Civil War battlefield, Kennesaw Mountain has a much richer story.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesKennesaw Mountain Road Closed to Private Vehicles and Cyclists
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesKolb Farm East Trail Temporarily Closed Starting April 23, 2026
Fee: Entrance - Private Vehicle
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$5
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$5
Hours Exceptions
NoteStandard Time
Fee: Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20Free
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available8 activities
Park Name
InfoKennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Designation
InfoNational Battlefield Park
State(s)
InfoGA
Phone
Info770-427-4686
kemo_administration@nps.gov
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$40
Operating Hours
InfoKennesaw Mountain NBP is open from 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM during Daylight Saving Time (March - November) and 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM Standard Time (December - February) These hours apply to all trails and parking lots.* *Cheatham Hill Parking Lot opens at 8:00 am
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Road Biking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Auto
InfoAvailable
Activity: Hiking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Activity: Museum Exhibits
InfoAvailable
Theme: Military
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Infantry and Militia
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Artillery
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Cavalry
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Native American Heritage
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Social Movements
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Civil Rights
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Conservation Movement
InfoFeatured at this park
Weather Info
InfoBefore you start your trip to the mountain, check the local weather forecast to be sure that you will have a dry time. Though we are located north of Atlanta, we're still have the same hot summers and
Getting There
InfoKennesaw Mountain NBP is fairly spread out with multiple parking lots. Many visitors begin their visit at the Visitor Center located at 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr. and orient themselves to the park with
GPS Coordinates
Info33.9537° N, -84.5921° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website