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Manassas
National Battlefield Park |
Manassas National Battlefield Park is located within the Triassic basin of the northern Virginia piedmont |
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| Manassas National Battlefield Park is a unique opportunity to mix your family vacation with history and outdoor adventure as you explore the grounds of our countries first major battle during the Civil War. You are sure to find something of interest to all with hiking, fishing, bird watching, a great museum, interpretive programs and horseback riding. Continue reading to find out further Manassas National Battlefield Park information.
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Uniqueness - Manassas National Battlefield Park was established in 1940 to preserve the scene of two major Civil War battles. Located a few miles north of the prized railroad junction of Manassas, Virginia, the pe... (click here for more)
Facts - The Henry Hill Visitor Center is open year round from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is located on State Route 234, Sudley Road and is fully assessable. It is closed Thanksgiving and December 25th. It incl... (click here for more)
Environmental Impact - Historically, the rolling fields in Manassas National Battlefield Park were used for agricultural purposes. Since many grassland birds in Virginia are on the decline, one of the Park's goals is to pro... (click here for more)
Be Equipped - Summers are generally hot and humid, and winters are generally cool to cold. Precipitation is variable year-round with occasional winter snowfall. Most of the park consists of open fields and is subje... (click here for more)
Wildlife - There has been documented 168 bird, 26 mammal, 23 reptile and 19 amphibian species within the park. Some of the creatures to be found in the park are the Spotted and Marbled Salamanders, the Wood Frog... (click here for more)
Fees - $3.00 per person for 3 Days
$20.00 per person – Annual
There is a movie-“Manassas End of Innocence” that charges a fee of $3.00. Cash or check only is taken as the park does not accept credit cards... (click here for more)
Camping - There is no camping in the park.... (click here for more)
Nearby Attractions - Prince William National Forest Park is 20 miles away. Harpers Ferry National Historical Park is 52 miles away. Shenandoah National Park is 43 miles away. Monocacy National Battlefield is 51 miles away... (click here for more)
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