The Third Winchester Battlefield Park is composed of more than 600 acres of preserved land. The Third Battle of Winchester, fought on September 19, 1864, was the largest and costliest battle ever fought in the Shenandoah Valley. More than 54,000 men fought and over 8,600 became casualties in a ferocious see-saw struggle that saw the Confederates gradually forced back until a final decisive attack by Federal infantry and cavalry struck the Confederate left flank, breaching the defenders’ lines, and sending the Confederates “whirling through Winchester”.

The park includes over 6 miles of walking trails and more than 30 interpretive markers and monuments that tell the story of that fateful day. The park is open from dawn till dusk. See below for information about trails and parking.

The Middle Field

The Huntsberry Farm

There are three separate entrances to the park. The main entrance is located at 541 Redbud Rd., Winchester, VA 22603 across the street from the Winchester Battlefields Visitor Center. See below for a trail map, directions, and parking.

The Red Bud Run Trail entrance is the main park entrance and is located at the northern edge of the park at 541 Redbud Rd across the street from the James R. Wilkins Winchester Battlefields Visitor Center

The West Woods Trail entrance is located across from the Marriott TownePlace Suites located at 170 Getty Lane.

The First Woods Trail entrance is located in the rear parking lot of Millbrook High School by the track field. Please note parking is not permitted during school hours.