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National Battlefield · Mississippi

Tupelo National Battlefield

National Battlefield in Mississippi. No entrance fee.

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TypeNational Battlefield
StateMississippi
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkHot Springs (247 mi)
Closest airportTUP (2 mi)
The monument with a cannon
In July, 1864, Union forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the federal troops. Neither side could claim a clear victory, Photo: NPS Photo

Tupelo National Battlefield is a national battlefield run by the National Park Service in Mississippi.

In the park service’s words

In July, 1864, federal forces, including men from the United States Colored Troops, marched into Tupelo, Mississippi. Disorganized Confederate soldiers fought fiercely but could not overpower the federal troops. Neither side could claim a clear victory, but Union troops had succeeded in their main goal: keeping the Confederates away from Union railroads in Tennessee.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

  • Exploring The Battle of Tupelo (30 to 50 Minutes): More than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers fought in and around Tupelo, Mississippi between the morning of July 14 and the evening of July 15, 1864. This is known as the Battle of Tupelo or the Battle of Harrisburg.

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, Sunrise to Sunset. The grounds of Tupelo National Battlefield are open during daylight hours everyday of the year. The National Park Service administers the National Battlefield through the Natchez Trace Parkway. Visitors are welcome to ask questions and learn more about the battlefield at the Parkway Visitor Center (Milepost 266) located about six miles north of the monument. The Visitor Center is open every day of the year except Thanksgiving,December 25, and January 1 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central Time).

Getting there

Tupelo National Battlefield (NB) is a one-acre monument located on Main Street, Tupelo, Mississippi. Main Street in Tupelo is also known as Highway 6 and Highway 278. Tupelo NB sits on the south side of Main Street on the west side of Tupelo. Exit off the Natchez Trace Parkway onto Highway 6 (near Milepost 260), head east, into Tupelo. Travel one mile east and find Tupelo NB on the right side of Main Street. There is limited parking available adjacent to the monument.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Tupelo Regional Airport (TUP) Tupelo, MS No road route 2 Regional
Golden Triangle Regional Airport (GTR) Columbus/W Point/Starkville, MS No road route 56 Regional
Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) Muscle Shoals, AL No road route 72 Regional
Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM) Memphis, TN No road route 89 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

  • Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center: Daily, 9:00AM - 4:30PM. The National Park Service administers the National Battlefield through the Natchez Trace Parkway. Visitors are welcome to ask questions and learn more about the battlefield at the Parkway Visitor Center (Milepost 266) located about six miles north of the monument. The Visitor Center is open every day of the year except Thanksgiving, December 25, and January 1 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central Time). The Natchez Trace Parkway can be reached at 800-305-7417.

Weather

Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Check local forecasts to plan your trip.

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 Hot Springs, about 247 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Tupelo National Battlefield?

No entrance fee.

Where is Tupelo National Battlefield?

In Mississippi. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Tupelo Regional Airport, about 2 miles away.

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