River Raisin National Battlefield Park
Overview
River Raisin National Battlefield Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Monroe, Michigan. River Raisin NBP preserves, commemorates, and interprets the January 1813 battles of the War of 1812 and their aftermath. Battles that resulted in the greatest victory for Tecumseh’s Confederation and the British and the greatest defeat for the U.S. The aftermath led to U.S. Indian laws that forced the removal, relocation, and assimilation of native nations, an aftermath that continues today.
Things to Do at River Raisin National Battlefield Park
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at River Raisin National Battlefield Park include:
Nearby Activities
- Auto Touring
- Biking
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Paddling
- Picnicking
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
River Raisin National Battlefield is located in SE Lower Michigan along the western shoreline of Lake Erie, in the city of Monroe. Park headquarters is 35 miles south of Detroit, and only 270 miles east of Chicago. By Car: Take Interstate 75 to exit 15 and go south on Dixie Highway to 333 North Dixie Hwy on the right.
GPS Coordinates: 41.91291100000000, -83.37620500000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (734) 24-3 7136
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