On January 2, 1863, fifty-seven Union cannons fired from this line ending the Battle of Stones River by killing or wounding more than 1,800 Confederates in less than an hour.
Photo: NPS Photo / Buddy Secor
About
The Battle of Stones River began on the last day of 1862 and became one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Civil War. The battle produced important military and political gains for the Union, and it changed forever the people who lived and fought here.
Activities
Arts and CultureCultural DemonstrationsTheaterBikingRoad BikingFishingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoHands-OnArts and CraftsHikingLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
Directions
From Interstate 24 - Take Exit 76 and turn left (eastbound) or right (westbound) onto Medical Center Parkway. Turn left onto Thompson Lane. Turn left at the park entrance at 1563 N. Thompson Lane. Follow the tour road to the visitor center. From Interstate 40 - Take Exit 235 onto TN 840. Take Exit 55 onto US 41/TN 70 and follow the signs for Murfreesboro. Turn right onto Thompson Lane at the first traffic light. Turn right at the park entrance at 1563 N. Thompson Lane.
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Summer is hot and humid with highs in the 90s. Spring and fall are pleasant. Winter temperatures are variable, but temperatures may drop below freezing with occasional snow.
News
Mar 2, 2026
Stones River National Battlefield Launches Centennial Logo to Mark 100 Years of Preservation and Remembrance
On March 3, 2026, Stones River National Battlefield will officially launch a limited-time centennial logo to mark the battlefield’s 100th anniversary.
Feb 27, 2026
Prescribed Fire Planned for Stones River National Battlefield
Stones River National Battlefield will conduct prescribed burns across 40 acres at Fortress Rosecrans and Redoubt Brannan. Some areas of the park will be closed during times needed to complete the burns. The visitor center and main park areas will remain open during regular hours of 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Jan 23, 2026
Weather Impacts to Park Operations at Stones River National Battlefield
Park closed on Saturday January 24 due to forecast of dangerous winter weather conditions.