Last updated: October 4, 2024
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Gettysburg Battle Walks
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2024 Battle Walk Programs
These 2-hour intensive programs examine unique portions of the battlefield, cover significant distances, and cross rough/uneven terrain. It is strongly recommended that visitors bring plenty of water, appropriate seasonal clothing, and sturdy hiking shoes. Please park vehicles with all four wheels on the pavement. Programs may start and end at different locations.
Weather modifications:
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In the event of a thunderstorm or tornado warnings, or a heat index in excess of 103 degrees, all programs will be canceled.
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In the event of a heat index in excess of 91 degrees, programs will be shortened and modified.
Programs begin at 10 am. Programs begin at various locations around the battlefield.
Schedule subject to change without notice.
October Battle Walks
Saturday October 5
"Swarms of Rebels Came Down Upon Us": The 8th Ohio at Gettysburg
Start: High Water Mark, Auto Stop 15; End: National Cemetery Parking Lot, Auto Stop 16
Ranger: E. Uszak
Sunday October 6
Pickett's Charge: July 3
Start: Virginia Memorial, Auto Stop 5; End: High Water Mark, Auto Stop 15
Ranger: T. Holbrook
Saturday October 12
"Never to Yield": The 14th Connecticut at Gettysburg
Start: National Cemetery Parking Lot, Auto Stop 16; End: High Water Mark, Auto Stop 15
Ranger: E. Smith
Sunday October 13
For Our Country and Its Flag...": The 24th Michigan Infantry
Start and End at Auto Tour Stop #1: McPherson Ridge
Ranger: B. Campbell
Saturday October 19
Davis Brigade on July 1
Start and End: Intersection of Reynolds and Buford Avenues
Ranger: M. Atkison
Sunday October 20
Heth and Pender on July 1 and Pickett's Charge
Start: West End Guide Station; End: Reynolds Ave
Ranger: J. Nicholas
Details
Duration
120-180 Minutes
Activity
Guided Tours
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets are allowed on the battlefield, but are not allowed in the National Cemetery or inside buildings.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
Physical accessibility of battle walks vary depending on the program.
It is our goal to work with park visitors to ensure everyone has a positive experience visiting Gettysburg. Please contact the park for information about specific programs or to request any accommodations you or a member of your party may need.
It is our goal to work with park visitors to ensure everyone has a positive experience visiting Gettysburg. Please contact the park for information about specific programs or to request any accommodations you or a member of your party may need.