River Raisin NBP preserves, commemorates, and interprets the January 1813 battles of the War of 1812 and their aftermath. Battles that resulted in the greatest victory for Tecumseh’s Confederation and the British and the greatest defeat for the U.S. The aftermath led to U.S. Indian laws that forced the removal, relocat
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursThe visitor center contains a 24-foot diorama of the River Raisin Settlement, maps, ranger programs, basic park orientation, park store, passport stamp and Park film. We are open year-round. Please check seasonal hours f
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 734 243 7136 · rira_admin@nps.gov
River Raisin National Battlefield is located in SE Lower Michigan along the western shoreline of Lake Erie, in the city of Monroe. Park headquarters is 35 miles south of Detroit, and only 270 miles east of Chicago. By Car: Take Interstate 75 to exit 15 and go south on Dixie Highway to 333 North Dixi
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for River Raisin National Battlefield Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at River Raisin National Battlefield Park?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at River Raisin National Battlefield Park. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include River Raisin National Battlefield Park. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at River Raisin National Battlefield Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
The visitor center contains a 24-foot diorama of the River Raisin Settlement, maps, ranger programs, basic park orientation, park store, passport stamp and Park film. We are open year-round. Please check seasonal hours f
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