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Horseshoe Bend National Military Park

National Military Park · Alabama

On March 27, 1814, Major General Andrew Jackson ‘s army of 3,300 men attacked Chief Menawa’s 1,000 Red Stick Creek warriors fortified in a horseshoe shaped bend of the Tallapoosa River.

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  • LocationDaviston, AL
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursDaily, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
  • Weather now90°F Sunny
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Over 800 Red Sticks died that day. This battle ended the Creek War, resulted in a land cession of 23,000,000 acres to the United States and created a national hero of Andrew Jackson.

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flat river, green trees lining banks, old bridge pier made of stones in river on left side of photo
Horseshoe Bend Boat Ramp with Informational Waysides and Access to the Tallapoosa River — NPS Photo / Barclay Smith

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picnic tables, pavilion, and wayside exhibit in main picnic area
Horseshoe Bend Picnic Tables and Pavilions — NPS Photo/Barclay Smith

Camping

1 campground listed on Recreation.gov. Check availability and current conditions before you go.

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    Not reservable on Recreation.gov Campground

    Horseshoe Bend NMP does not have camping. The closest RV and tent camping is Wind Creek State Park near Dadeville, AL. https://www.alapark.com/parks/wind-creek-state-park

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    Horseshoe Bend NMP does not have camping. The closest RV and tent camping is Wind Creek State Park near Dadeville, AL. https://www.alapark.com/parks/wind-creek-state-park

Facilities & Services

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Visitor Centers

  • Horseshoe Bend Visitor Center

    Horseshoe Bend National Military Park Visitor Center

    Visitor Center

    Visit our newly renovated museum to learn more about the Muscogee (Creek) people who made Alabama their home for thousands of years. See the 23-minute park film to learn…

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    Visit our newly renovated museum to learn more about the Muscogee (Creek) people who made Alabama their home for thousands of years. See the 23-minute park film to learn about events leading to the Creek War and the consequences still reverberating today. Discover young Andrew Jackson as he builds his reputation as a tough-as-nails fighter. Participate in Junior Ranger activities, get your Passport stamp, or shop in our bookstore for educational items for all ages. Rangers are available to assist you.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Daily, 8:00AM - 5:00PM · Horseshoe Bend National Military Park Hours

Hours details
  • Horseshoe Bend National Military Park HoursDaily, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

    Park grounds, trails, and picnic areas, are open from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST. The Visitor Center is open from 9:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. The tour road is open. The boat launch closes at sunset.

    Monday8:00AM - 5:00PM
    Tuesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
    Wednesday8:00AM - 5:00PM
    Thursday8:00AM - 5:00PM
    Friday8:00AM - 5:00PM
    Saturday8:00AM - 5:00PM
    Sunday8:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Weather

90°F
Sunny · feels like 92°
  • Today 91° 63°
    Sunny
    5% rain
  • Tomorrow 88° 71°
    Sunny
    57% rain
  • Saturday 83° 69°
    Patchy rain nearby
    67% rain

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What to expect by season

Summers can be extremely hot and humid and winters can be damp, wet, and cold, with occasional hard freezes. During the summer season visitors should dress in light, comfortable clothing, wear comfortable shoes and use sunscreen and insect repellant. Stay hydrated to avoid risk of heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. A bottle refill station is available in the visitor center. In the spring and fall visitors should have a light jacket available as temperatures can drop suddenly.

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Photos

  • Image displays a lightly colored deer looking at the viewer and surrounded by tall grass.
    A white-tailed deer along the self-guided driving tour. — NPS Photo/Barclay Smith
  • Image displays a paved road with moss and trees on either side revealing small amounts of sunlight.
  • Image displays a lightly colored brick building surrounded by freshly mowed grass.

Getting There

11288 Horseshoe Bend Road
Daviston, AL 36256

Located in northeastern Tallapoosa County, Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is accessible from US Highway 280, as well as AL Highways 22 and 49. The Park is located 5 miles south of the town of Newsite, AL and 12 miles north of the city of Dadeville, AL.

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Mailing address: 11288 Horseshoe Bend Road, Daviston, AL 36256

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