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One Last Mountain: A Battlefield That's Much More. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a 2,965 acre National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. Opposing forces maneuvered and fought here from June 19, 1864 until July 2, 1864.
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Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Park is a 2,923-acre (11.8 km 2) National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. There are three battlefield areas: In front of the Visitor Center, off Burnt Hickory Road and a major site at Cheatham Hill (commonly known as the Dead Angle).
- 2,913.63 acres (11.7910 km²)
- Atlanta, GA
- February 18, 1917
Family-Friendly. Free Admission. Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield is a 2,965-acre National Battlefield that preserves a Civil War battleground of the Atlanta Campaign. The battle was fought here from June 19, 1864, until July 2, 1864. Sherman's army consisted of 100,000 men, 254 guns and 35,000 horses.
- 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr, 30152, GA
- (770) 427-4686
See It Now! The 2,965 acre Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park preserves the Civil War battlefield of the Atlanta Campaign. A self-guided driving tour, including Pigeon Hill and Kolb’s Farm, starts at the Visitor Center. An orientation film and bookstore are also located there.
Over 5,350 soldiers lost their lives in the battle. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield was designated as a National Battlefield on February 8, 1917, Cheatham Hill was added on August 10, 1933. Even if you aren’t a history buff, Kennesaw Mountain is well worth a visit.