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Battlefield Trail
Trail
1.0 mile
1.7 kilometer
point to point
96% Runnable
Easy/Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
84'
26 m
Descent: -118' -36 m
High: 1,241' 378 m
Low: 1,132' 345 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 4% (2°)
Max Grade: 12% (7°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
All Clear
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“This paved, one-mile loop trail is the perfect way for runners to experience nature while also being immersed in history!”
— Matt Mulheran
Features
Birding · Historical Significance · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Trail closes at dark.
Need to Know
This trail is located at Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park. Runners can also visit the Hindman Hall Museum to learn more about the Battle of Prairie Grove and can see more of the battlefield by taking the five-mile driving tour. The museum is open every day from 8am to 5pm.
Description
This paved, one-mile loop trail leads you on a journey back in time to the American Civil War. Some of the heaviest fighting that occurred during the Battle of Prairie Grove took place in the area you'll travel through. Along the path, wayside exhibits offer insight on the significant events that happened here.
Flora & Fauna
Wildlife is abundant year-round in the heavy woods along the trail!
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Contacts
Trail Run Project is part of the REI Co-op family,
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