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National Military Park · AL

Horseshoe Bend National Military Park

On March 27, 1814, Major General Andrew Jackson ‘s army of 3,300 men attacked Chief Menawa’s 1,000 Red Stick Creek warriors fortified in a horseshoe shaped bend of the Tallapoosa River. Over 800 Red Sticks died that day. This battle ended the Creek War, resulted in a land cession of 23,000,000 acres to the United States and created a national hero of Andrew Jackson.

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Photos

blue cannon sits in front of park's visitor center
The Horseshoe Bend NMP's Mission 66 Visitor Center with 1812 era 3-pounder cannon.
A blue painted 6-pounder cannon sits on hill facing the battlefield
On Gun Hill, the historic cannon sits approximately where Gen. Andrew Jackson's artillery pieces fired upon the stout log barricade erected by Red Stick Creeks during the Battle of the Horseshoe.
Sunlight shining through the tree canopy along the nature trail
Visitors can find solitude, seasonal beauty, and abundant wildlife along the 2.8 mile trail through the park.
Aerial view of the horseshoe-shaped bend of the Tallapoosa River
Aerial view of what Creek Indians called the "horses flat foot" shows the bend in the river that is the park's namesake.
flat river, green trees lining banks, old bridge pier made of stones in river on left side of photo
Tallapoosa River and remnants of the Miller Bridge piers
Two rangers dressed in 1812 clothing face a line of children with wooden muskets
Visitors have enjoyed Ranger-led programs at Horseshoe Bend for generations
picnic tables, pavilion, and wayside exhibit in main picnic area
Picnic tables and pavilions are available free on a first come-first served basis, or may be reserved for a fee.

Activities

  • Arts and Culture
  • Craft Demonstrations
  • Cultural Demonstrations
  • Auto and ATV
  • Scenic Driving
  • Astronomy
  • Stargazing
  • Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
  • Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour
  • Hands-On
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Horse Trekking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Living History
  • Reenactments
  • Historic Weapons Demonstration
  • Paddling
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Wildlife Watching
  • Birdwatching
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store
  • Gift Shop and Souvenirs