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Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

National Park Service
DesignationNational monument
StateKY
Managed byNational Park Service
Best seasonMay–Oct
On the map
Map showing the location of Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

About Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument

The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importance to both sides of the fight.

When to go

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Best May–OctAverage low–high: 61–78°FAverage monthly sunny share of daylight: 47%9.5 wet days / month
Weather data & source

Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Plan your visit

Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument is managed by National Park Service. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.

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