Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: Kentucky
📘 Park Overview
The US won a significant victory early in the Civil War at the Battle of Mill Springs. Explore the rolling fields of Kentucky where the battle took place and learn about that state's strategic importance to both sides of the fight.
🌤 Weather Information
Nancy, Kentucky, on average, gets 50 inches of rain per year and 11 inches of snow. July is usually the warmest month with temperatures around 86 F. January can reach a low of 25 F.
🚗 Directions
The address of the Visitor Center and Museum is 9020 West Highway 80, Nancy, Kentucky 42544. The Visitor Center and Museum is located approximately eight miles west of Somerset, Kentucky along KY-80. Next door is the Mill Springs National Cemetery. Zollicoffer Park (Core Battlefield) is one mile due south of the Visitor Center along KY-235. From the Visitor Center, turn right onto KY-80 W head 0.3 of a mile. Turn left onto State Hwy 235 go 1 mile, Zollicoffer Park will be on your left.
Images
A glorious orange sunset back drops the Mill Springs National Cemetery.
Credit: NPS
Activities
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Operating Hours
Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Friday, Aug 28
Sunny
High: 85.5°F | Low: 66°F
Humidity: 67%
Wind: 8.5 mph
Rain Chance: 6%
UV Index: 7
Sunrise: 07:06 AM
Sunset: 08:13 PM
Moon: Full Moon (98%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 68.6°F
Cloud Cover: 6%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Aug 29
Sunny
High: 89°F | Low: 63.2°F
Humidity: 64%
Wind: 3.8 mph
Rain Chance: 5%
UV Index: 8
Sunrise: 07:07 AM
Sunset: 08:12 PM
Moon: Waning Gibbous (94%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 67.9°F
Cloud Cover: 5%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Aug 30
Sunny
High: 88.9°F | Low: 67.7°F
Humidity: 62%
Wind: 5.8 mph
Rain Chance: 5%
UV Index: 8
Sunrise: 07:08 AM
Sunset: 08:11 PM
Moon: Waning Gibbous (87%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 69.6°F
Cloud Cover: 5%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
Battlefield Tour
Walk on the battlefield with a ranger to discover more about the events of the battle. Terrain is hilly with fields and woods. Prepare like a ranger by bringing water, insect repellant, and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Location: Meet at Zollicoffer Park
Date: Jun 5, 2026 12:00am to Oct 4, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Battlefield Tour
Walk on the battlefield with a ranger to discover more about the events of the battle. Terrain is hilly with fields and woods. Prepare like a ranger by bringing water, insect repellant, and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Location: Meet at Zollicoffer Park
Date: Jun 5, 2026 12:00am to Oct 4, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
King of the Hill - Historic Weapons Demonstration
Experience the power and awe of Civil War artillery. Listen to the cannons roar and learn from a Park Ranger about the training Civil War artillerists went through, as well as the significance of artillery to the story of the Battle of Mill Springs.
Visitors get a unique experience to see, hear, smell, and feel the booming of Civil War artillery just like Civil War soldiers did! Teamwork made these guns efficient and effective during Civil War combat and today without our trained teams ensuring your safety, we could not do these amazing programs.
These free programs last 20 minutes and safety messaging is given to the public before firing demonstrations.
Location: Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument Visitor Center at 9020 West Highway 80, Nancy, KY 42544
Date: Jun 27, 2026 12:00am to Jun 27, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
King of the Hill - Historic Weapons Demonstration
Experience the power and awe of Civil War artillery. Listen to the cannons roar and learn from a Park Ranger about the training Civil War artillerists went through, as well as the significance of artillery to the story of the Battle of Mill Springs.
Visitors get a unique experience to see, hear, smell, and feel the booming of Civil War artillery just like Civil War soldiers did! Teamwork made these guns efficient and effective during Civil War combat and today without our trained teams ensuring your safety, we could not do these amazing programs.
These free programs last 20 minutes and safety messaging is given to the public before firing demonstrations.
Location: Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument Visitor Center at 9020 West Highway 80, Nancy, KY 42544
Date: Jul 4, 2026 12:00am to Jul 4, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
King of the Hill - Historic Weapons Demonstration
Experience the power and awe of Civil War artillery. Listen to the cannons roar and learn from a Park Ranger about the training Civil War artillerists went through, as well as the significance of artillery to the story of the Battle of Mill Springs.
Visitors get a unique experience to see, hear, smell, and feel the booming of Civil War artillery just like Civil War soldiers did! Teamwork made these guns efficient and effective during Civil War combat and today without our trained teams ensuring your safety, we could not do these amazing programs.
These free programs last 20 minutes and safety messaging is given to the public before firing demonstrations.
Location: Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument Visitor Center at 9020 West Highway 80, Nancy, KY 42544
Date: Jul 25, 2026 12:00am to Jul 25, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
9020 West Highway 80
Nancy, KY 42544
🏤 Mailing Address:
Mill Springs Battlefield National Monument
9020 West Highway 80
Nancy, KY 42544
📞 Voice Phone: 606-636-4045
✉️ Email: misp_information@nps.gov