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Manassas National Battlefield Park

Designation: National Battlefield Park

Location: Virginia

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📘 Park Overview

On July 21, 1861, two armies clashed for the first time on the fields overlooking Bull Run. Heavy fighting swept away any notion of a quick war. In August 1862, Union and Confederate armies converged for a second time on the plains of Manassas. The Confederates won a solid victory bringing them to the height of their power.

🌤 Weather Information

Spring: Mild weather, with average low/high temperatures from 33 F to 75 F. Variable rainfall, with May being the wettest month of the year on average. Summer: Warm and humid weather, with average temperatures from 61 F to 88 F. Variable rainfall, with occasional downpours during storms. Fall: Mild weather, with average temperatures from 35 F to 79 F. Variable rainfall. Winter: Mild to cool weather, with average temperatures from 24 F to 47 F. Annual snowfall averages about 22 inches.

🚗 Directions

Located right off Interstate 66, just 26 miles west of Washington, DC.

Images

Red sandstone obelisk surrounded by post and rail fence.

The Bull Run Monument on Henry Hill is among the nation's earliest Civil War monuments.

Credit: NPS Photo

View of Stone House, with worm rail fence and well in front yard.

The historic Stone House, a battlefield landmark, sheltered Union wounded in both battles of Manassas.

Credit: NPS Photo

Civil War cannon and granite and bronze monument under a cloudy sky.

The 14th Brooklyn Monument overlooks the scene of heavy fighting near Groveton during Second Manassas.

Credit: NPS Photo

Rustic farmhouse, flanked by shade tree, stone monument, and white outbuilding, on top of a hill.

The Henry House, built over the ruins of the wartime dwelling, welcomed returning veterans to the battlefield after the war.

Credit: NPS Photo

Bronze statue of Gen. T. J. "Stonewall" Jackson on horseback in an open field.

The statue of Confederate Gen. T. J. "Stonewall" Jackson stands on Henry Hill, near the spot where he earned his famous nickname.

Credit: NPS Photo

Activities

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Operating Hours

Sunday
Sunrise to Sunset
Monday
Sunrise to Sunset
Tuesday
Sunrise to Sunset
Wednesday
Sunrise to Sunset
Thursday
Sunrise to Sunset
Friday
Sunrise to Sunset
Saturday
Sunrise to Sunset

Entrance Fees

No entrance fees listed.

Entrance Passes

No entrance passes listed.

3-Day Weather Forecast

Sunday, Aug 16

Light rain shower

Light rain shower

High: 85.9°F | Low: 70°F

Humidity: 88%

Wind: 8.1 mph

Rain Chance: 88%

UV Index: 8.9

Sunrise: 06:24 AM

Sunset: 08:03 PM

Moon: Waxing Crescent (18%)

Visibility: 5 mi

Dew Point: 73.1°F

Cloud Cover: 88%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Monday, Aug 17

Fog

Fog

High: 87.7°F | Low: 72.6°F

Humidity: 83%

Wind: 10.3 mph

Rain Chance: 80%

UV Index: 8.2

Sunrise: 06:25 AM

Sunset: 08:02 PM

Moon: Waxing Crescent (27%)

Visibility: 4 mi

Dew Point: 74.7°F

Cloud Cover: 80%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Tuesday, Aug 18

Sunny

Sunny

High: 86.5°F | Low: 65.2°F

Humidity: 62%

Wind: 6.9 mph

Rain Chance: 4%

UV Index: 8

Sunrise: 06:26 AM

Sunset: 08:01 PM

Moon: First Quarter (37%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 67.4°F

Cloud Cover: 4%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Park Alerts

Brawner Farm prescribed fire Thursday, April 9 Danger
The park will do prescribed fire operations in the Brawner Farm area on 4/9/26. The area will be closed to the public. For your safety, and the safety of our firefighters, please avoid the area. Smoke may affect visibility.

More Info

Manassas NBP will be closed starting on Sunday, January 25th Park Closure
Due to the anticipated widespread winter weather impacts, the Manassas National Battlefield Park will be closed starting on Sunday, January 25th for visitor safety and to allow crews to address hazardous conditions, including snow, ice, and downed trees. We will reopen areas as soon as it is safe. For the latest updates, visitors should check https://www.nps.gov/mana/index.htm and park social media accounts for more information.

Park Events

Memorial Day at Manassas National Battlefield Park

SAVE THE DATE for Memorial Day at Manassas. Throughout the day, park staff, volunteers, and park partners will be presenting a series of programs to remember and commemorate those who gave their lives in service to their country. Programs and events during the day will include special talks/tours, living history demonstrations, moments of and spaces for reflection, and children's crafts. 

Schedule to come. 

Date: May 25, 2026 12:00am to May 25, 2026 12:00am

Paid Event

165th Anniversary of First Manassas

Join park staff to commemorate the 165th Anniversary of the first major land battle of the Civil War fought on July 21st, 1861. Among the days' activities will be living history, special tours, programs, and displays. There will also be children's activiites at our Junior Ranger Junction table!

Location: Information and most events are available at the Henry Hill Visitor Center located at 6511 Sudley Road.

Date: Jul 18, 2026 12:00am to Jul 19, 2026 12:00am

Paid Event

Visitor Center & Contacts

📍 Physical Address:
6511 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20109

🏤 Mailing Address:
12521 Lee Highway
Manassas, VA 20109

📞 Voice Phone: 7033611339

✉️ Email: manassas_battlefield@nps.gov

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