Kennesaw Mountain
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield
900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr.
Kennesaw, GA 30152
770-427-4686
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is a historic Civil War site in Kennesaw, Georgia. It preserves the battlefield where the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain took here from June 19, 1864 until July 2, 1864 during the Atlanta Campaign of the Civil War. The battle was fought between Union forces under General William T. Sherman and Confederate forces led by General Joseph E. Johnston. Sherman’s army consisted of 100,000 men, 254 guns and 35,000 horses. Johnston’s army had 63,000 men and 187 guns. Over 67,000 soldiers were killed, wounded and captured during the Campaign.
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park covers over 2,900 acres and offers visitors hiking trails, historical markers, a visitor center with exhibits, and stunning views from the top of Kennesaw Mountain. It’s a popular spot for history buffs, nature lovers, and those looking for scenic outdoor activities. This hike to Kennesaw Mountain starts at the visitor’s center and makes a clockwise loop through the the northern section of the park. It begins with a gentle walk through hardwoods for just over two miles. At this point, the trail begins a steep climb up and over Little Kennesaw Mountain, descends briefly, then makes the ascent to the summit of Kennesaw Mountain (1808 feet). From here, descend about 1.4 miles back to the visitor’s center.
- click for a trip report from this day hike to Kennesaw Mountain: March 18, 2007 (password required)
- click for an area map of this national historic park near Smyrna, GA
- click for a park map of the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield
- click for a trail map from this hike to Kennesaw Mountain
- click for a topo and profile map of this five mile loop hike over Little Kennesaw Mountain (password required)
- click for another hike at A.L. Burruss Nature Park in September 2020
- click for a hike at the nearby Wildwood Park in October 2020
- click to access the guidebook Best Hikes Near Atlanta which has more hikes around the City of Atlanta
- click to access the guidebook Hiking Georgia which has more hikes and backpacking trips in the State of Georgia
- click for other Georgia hiking and backpacking books