Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park

Virginia State Park

Entrance feeFree
CampingDay use only
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About Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park

The battlefield where Union forces cut off Lee's retreat on April 6, 1865, capturing some 7,700 Confederates and eight generals. Lee surrendered at Appomattox 72 hours later; living-history programs tell the story on site.

Things to do

Amenities & facilities

Entrance fee

Free entry

Hours

Dawn - dusk. Visitor center, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily.

Hours as published by Virginia State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Phone804-561-7510

Address6541 Saylers Creek Rd., Rice, VA 23966

Upcoming events at Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park

Event details and registration are on the Virginia State Parks calendar.

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