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Horseshoe Bend National Military Park
Operating Hours & Seasons

2008 Hours of Operation

Note: Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is on Central Time.

Grounds                                                                                                                                                                                    8 a.m.  - 5:00 p.m. (January 1 - May 24)
8 a.m.  - 6:30 p.m. (May 25 - August 17)
8 a.m.  - 5:00 p.m. (August 18 - December 31)

Visitor Center                                                                        
9 a.m.  - 4:30 p.m. (January 1 - May 24)
9 a.m.  - 5:30 p.m. (May 25 - August 17)
9 a.m.  - 4:30 p.m. (August 18 - December 31)

Miller Bridge Boat Ramp on Alabama Highway 49 is open from dawn to dusk daily

Closures

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park is closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day. The park has reduced hours on December 24 and December 31.

Each year, the park hosts two special events. The Anniversary of the Battle of Horseshoe Bend is held on the weekend closest to March 27. Muster on the Tallapoosa is held on the Saturday closest to August 25. Both events include cultural and military demonstrations and many other special activities. Go to Special Events to learn more

Tecumseh  

Did You Know?
In 1811, the famous Shawnee leader Tecumseh visited the southeastern tribes in an attempt to unite them against the United States.
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Last Updated: August 21, 2008 at 11:13 EST