Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Overview
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Marietta, Georgia. 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.
Things to Do at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park include:
Nearby Activities
- Biking
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Horseback Riding
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Reservation Tips
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a popular destination. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.
Getting There
Kennesaw 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 Ranger or Volunteer. For more detailed directions, please see link below.
GPS Coordinates: 33.95370700000000, -84.59214200000000
Current Alerts & Conditions
Notifications and Alerts
Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to National Park Entrance Fees and Passes for non-residents and motorcycles take effect. The new $250 America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass and all other America the Beautiful Passes are available digitally on Recreation.gov.
Contact & Resources
Phone: (770) 427-4686
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