Mine Creek Battlefield State Historic Site

Inside the Mine Creek Battlefield visitor center you'll see Civil War-era uniforms, learn about the eyewitnesses to the battle, view vivid sketches, and see weapons from the battle.

Exhibits take you through the days leading to the battle, telling the story of Price's raid through Missouri and Kansas.

Test your knowledge of the battle with computer simulated battle sequences. Take a panoramic view of the battlefield from the visitor center window.

Today at Mine Creek Battlefield you can follow the path of the battle guided by signage to indicate specific areas of interest. The 1.6 mile Prairie Loop passes through the area of the battlefield north of Mine Creek. The 1.2 mile Timber Loop traverses the area south of Mine Creek.

You can learn about the types of flora and fauna associated with this region of the state. The battlefield combines elements of Kansas prairies and woodlands.

You're likely to spot pawpaw, black walnut, and hickory trees. The trail offers an excellent opportunity to witness wildlife such as white-tailed deer, mourning dove, cottontail rabbits, raccoon, opposum, coyote, bobcat, and fox squirrels.

You can help us preserve this site and provide for your safety by observing these trail policies:

• Pedestrian use only
• Pets on leash
• Campfires and smoking prohibited
• No firearms
• No alcoholic beverages