Pea Ridge National Military Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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The Battle of Pea Ridge

On March 7 & 8, 1862, 26,000 soldiers fought here to decide the fate of Missouri. The 4,300-acre park honors those who fought for their way of life. Pea Ridge was one of the most pivotal Civil War battles, and is the most intact Civil War battlefield in the country.

		Pea Ridge In Depth The Battle of Pea Ridge is a very complex story. To learn more about the battle and those who fought here please explore the Pea Ridge National Military Park site here.

		Weather at Pea Ridge Check the NOAA website for today's weather at Pea Ridge NMP

Did Great Great Grandpa Fight in the War?

Do you know if one of your ancestors fought in the Civil War? The National Park Service has developed a great tool listing millions of soldiers both North and South. Try it and see if your Great-Great Grandfather fought in the war. Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System.

Paintings of the Battle of Pea Ridge

March 14 - May 23: The Andy Thomas Pea Ridge Painting Collection will be on exhibit at the Rogers Historical Museum - 322 South Second Street - Downtown Rogers, AR. Free admission. 479-621-1154

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Pea Ridge NMP
15930 E Highway 62
Garfield, AR 72732

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Phone

Visitor Center
(479) 451-8122 ext. 227

Fax

(479) 451-0219

Climate

The park is situated in Benton County, in extreme northwestern Arkansas. Winters are generally mild with average low temperatures around 35 degrees. Occasional fronts may cause extremes in low temperatures, with heavy precipitation. Summers are generally hot and humid with average highs in the 90 degree range. Fall and spring are comparable transition seasons with very comfortable temperatures and abundant precipitation. Sudden thunderstorms, lightning, hail and tornado conditions are prevalent during spring and summer weather patterns.