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Explore two dramatic Culpeper County battlefields on one comprehensive tour
Travel with a local battlefield guide right in your own vehicle
Visit Cedar Mountain, Stonewall Jacksons last independent command
Discover Brandy Station, the beginning of the Gettysburg Campaign
Make several stops for photos and a closer look at history
€ 492.39
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Step back in time on a full-day journey through the historic landscapes of Culpeper County, Virginia. This comprehensive exploration brings to life two of the most pivotal conflicts of the Civil War: the Battle of Cedar Mountain and the Battle of Brandy Station. Your day begins by delving into the dramatic clash at Cedar Mountain, the site of a significant early victory and the last independent command for the legendary Stonewall Jackson. You will traverse the fields and hills near Rapidan where this intense battle unfolded, gaining a deep understanding of the strategies and sacrifices made on this hallowed ground. The tour continues to the sprawling fields of Brandy Station, the site of the largest cavalry battle ever fought on the North American continent. This engagement marked the explosive opening of the Gettysburg Campaign, a turning point in the war. Throughout the day, you will make several stops at key locations across both battlefields. These pauses provide the perfect opportunity to walk the historic terrain, capture powerful photographs, and fully immerse yourself in the stories etched into the Virginia countryside. This is more than a history lesson; it is an opportunity to connect with the past. This immersive experience offers a seamless and in-depth exploration of the Culpeper area battlefields. By journeying through these sites, you will gain a profound appreciation for the events that shaped a nation. Forget the hassle of navigating on your own and instead focus completely on the powerful history that surrounds you, from the first shots at Cedar Mountain to the final cavalry charges at Brandy Station.
Local guide
Battlefield tour
Vehicle and fuel
Lunch and drinks
Personal expenses
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Comfortable walking shoes
Water and snacks
Weather appropriate clothing
Sunscreen and hat
Camera or phone
Your personal vehicle is required for this private guided battlefield tour
A moderate fitness level is recommended for walking at various stops
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather
Please plan for your own lunch during our thirty minute break
This tour operates in most weather conditions so please dress accordingly
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I have been to a lot of battlefield and this one is my favorite. While it does not have the standing structures of Antietam or the name recognition of Gettysburg, the terrain is breathtakingly beautiful and the markers are the best I've seen at explaining the action piece by piece. The trail is also very walkable, it's about 2 miles overall depending on which routes you take north of the main trail, but can easily be trimmed down if the visitor doesn't want to walk out to the 3rd Wisconsin Infantry Regt. monument. I think the main loop with all the interpretive markers is about 1.2 miles, mainly across fields and shallow slopes - so an easy trek. One of my favorite parts of the tract is the road trace running through the battlefield, part of which is on the walking trail next to the reconstructed fence - that old historic Orange-Culpeper Road used to be the main route between the two courthouse towns and has seen so much history. The views of Cedar Mountain from that stretch of old road are not to be missed. One thing this battlefield has that is rare among Virginia battlefields is a sightline of the LENGTH of the battle - from the upper reaches of the butternut trail you can look south and see virtually the entire stretch covered by the opposing lines. Usually woods obscure this sort of viewshed and make it hard to visualize the scale of a battle, but not here. Simply amazing. Also, don't be fooled by the visitor center's exterior - while it looks like a plain house, inside it is very well laid out with excellent displays on the battle. Do not miss it, it only takes about 20 minutes to peruse but adds so much context and objectivity to the battle. Be sure to grab a map from the kiosk at the trailhead as well. Phenomenal battlefield in a phenomenal natural setting - well kept, hikable, bathrooms in the visitors center and a porta jon on the trail, just a complete excellent experience.
One of the more interesting Battlefield locations I've visited! A lot of maps and informative books about this place, along with the trails and features like the monuments and cannons make this place truely sacred ground. The visitor center is open on the weekends and is a must stop if passing by.
Good work of American Battlefield Trust and other organizations (including Scouts) evident. Happy to see the preservation and interpretation here.
Very Scenic Battle Ground friendly park rangers
Very nice place. Visitor center was closed but we walked the trail (and 99% saw bear droppings). Like the others, the Battlefield Trust have done a great job with this historic place
