Stones River National Battlefield

Common questions about Stones River National Battlefield

• Where is Stones River National Battlefield?

  Stones River National Battlefield is at 3501 Old Nashville Hwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129, Tennessee. It sits along I-24, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.

• What are the hours at Stones River National Battlefield?

  Typical hours: Dawn–dusk, visitor center 9am–5pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.

• What's Stones River National Battlefield like to visit on a family road trip?

  Right off I-24 between Nashville and Chattanooga, Stones River is a Civil War battlefield that doesn't get the crowds of Gettysburg. Which means you can actually walk the field, read the markers, and imagine the history without fighting for a parking spot. The Fortress Rosecrans is the largest earthen fort from the Civil War. Free admission. If your family does history stops, this is a quick, meaningful one. If not, the rest area down the road works too.

• Is Stones River National Battlefield family-friendly?

  Stones River National Battlefield is workable for families but tends to land better with older kids.

• How long should families plan to stay at Stones River National Battlefield?

  Most families spend an hour or two at Stones River National Battlefield, depending on kid stamina and weather.