2026

Walk on well worn natural trails in preserved Civil War battlefield. Many interpretive markers and a Stonewall Jackson statue.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Chancellorsville Battlefield

Year Round Walk

SN: 131776 - 2026 / Y3854

when is the event

From Thu, Jan 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026

Start times: Visitors Center opens 9 am. Grounds sunrise-sunset.

Hosted on the Online Start Box (OSB) only

where is the event

Chancellor, Virginia

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

None provided

CC: Spotsylvania County

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Event comments

Walk on well worn natural trails in preserved battlefield. Highlights include beautiful views and historical markers telling of the May 1863 battle.The Battle of Chancellorsville, is considered to be General Robert E. Lee's greatest defensive victory during the American Civil War. In addition to plaques, there are earthworks and 2 former building sites. The trail is mostly in the woods. Expect some roots and may be soggy after rain.The Visitors Center is open daily 9-5 (except holidays) and offers exhibits and a 20-minute film explaining the battle. Outside the visitors center is a short trail that leads to a monument marking the approximate location of General "Stonewall" Jackson's fateful wounding

conditions for the event

Rating: 1B, Distance: 6, 10km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: No

Wheelchairs: No

Event information

None provided

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

OSB - First register for the event

The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page or the maps phrase below, if provided by the club. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.

Maps phrase and directions link

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Chancellorsville Visitors Center, 9001 Plank Road, Spotsylvania, VA

The above maps phrase is only provided for planning purposes. The downloaded event directions provide detailed directions to the starting point and possible alternate start point locations. THERE IS NO PHYSICAL START BOX AT THIS LOCATION.

event sponsor

Fredericksburg Walking Club (AVA-0610)

Event website: www.walkfredericksburg.blog

point of contact

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