Sailor's Creek Real-Time Battlefield Hike

Location of Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park in Virginia

Where

Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park, 6541 Saylers Creek Rd., Rice, VA 23966.
Visitor Center

When

April 6, 2023. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

This year we will follow in the footsteps of the 18th Georgia Battalion (Savannah Volunteer Guard) and the 121st New York Infantry. Visitors will be divided into two groups and led by park rangers and historians Joshua Lindamood and Zachary Pittard. The tour will help commemorate the 158th anniversary of the battle. The tour will begin and end at the Visitor Center. This program will include a hike out to where these two units engaged along with an interpretive program.

Portions of this program may be altered or changed if inclement weather should arise. Please wear appropriate footwear for unpredictable terrain and dress accordingly for rapidly changing spring temperatures. Please call the Visitor Center at 804-561-7510 for questions.

photo of recreated battle map

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-561-7510
Email Address: SailorsCreek@dcr.virginia.gov