Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley has a long and rich heritage that still inspires today. Native Americans first shaped the land, followed by colonists and settlers. The fertile valley became an important wheat-growing region in the 1800s. It also witnessed dramatic Civil War campaigns, including the Battle of Cedar Creek,
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.
- HoursPublic areas administered by the National Park Service— Morning Attack Trails, Claven Lane parking area, Vermont Monument property and parking area, and park headquarters— are open from sunrise to sunset.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 540-490-9569 · cebe_information@nps.gov
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park is along U.S. Route 11 in Middletown, Virginia. Take exit 302 off Interstate 81 to Middletown. The Visitor Center is at 7712 Main Street in Middletown Courts Plaza.
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park.
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.
Depends What are the hours?
Public areas administered by the National Park Service— Morning Attack Trails, Claven Lane parking area, Vermont Monument property and parking area, and park headquarters— are open from sunrise to sunset.
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