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National Historical Park · Virginia

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park

National Historical Park in Virginia. No entrance fee. 1 hikes listed.

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TypeNational Historical Park
StateVirginia
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkShenandoah (83 mi)
Closest airportLYH (22 mi)
A brick two story home with white pillars and railings.
The McLean House became the setting for a meeting between opposing commanders, General Ulysses S. Grant and General Robert E. Lee Photo: NPS/J. Inge

Appomattox Court House National Historical Park is a national historical park run by the National Park Service in Virginia.

In the park service’s words

On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the effective end of the nation's largest war. Questions remained: could the nation reunite as one? How would emancipation be realized?

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

  • Living History (20 to 40 Minutes): A living history talk is presented by a staff member who portrays a person who actually lived during 1865 and shares with visitors what he or she experienced around the time of the surrender. These talks are typically from April-October.
  • Ranger Talks (20 to 35 Minutes): Ranger talks are scheduled on most days from April through September.
  • Hiking at Appomattox Court House (10 to 240 Minutes): Appomattox Court House NHP offers nearly eight miles of trails for hiking and exploring!

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. The park is open daily from 9-5, with the exception of certain holidays: Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. The park may have reduced hours (9-3) on December 24.

Getting there

Appomattox Court House NHP is located 3 miles east of U.S. Highway 460, and 3 miles east of the modern town of Appomattox, Virginia along Rt. 24.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field (LYH) Lynchburg, VA No road route 22 Regional
Charlottesville Albemarle Airport (CHO) Charlottesville, VA No road route 56 Regional
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) Weyers Cave, VA No road route 61 Regional
Richmond International Airport (RIC) Richmond, VA No road route 82 Large hub

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • [Appomattox Court House Visitor Center](): Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM. The Appomattox Court House Visitor Center operates daily from 9-5. Inside, park staff can make visit recommendations and provide maps and informational brochures. Restrooms, exhibits, and the park's 17-minute orientation film are available in the visitor center.

Weather

The park may close due to emergency weather conditions (typically snow or ice). For updated information about possible closure or altered hours due to weather, please call 434-352-8987 ext. 245.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Shenandoah, about 83 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Appomattox Court House National Historical Park?

No entrance fee.

Where is Appomattox Court House National Historical Park?

In Virginia. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field, about 22 miles away.

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