Gettysburg Battlefield
Hallowed Ground
State: Pennsylvania
County: Adams County
Founded: 1863
Abandoned: N/A
Peak Population: 165,000 soldiers
Gettysburg was the site of the bloodiest battle of the Civil War (July 1-3, 1863), with over 50,000 casualties. The battlefield landscape preserves the farms and fields where the battle raged. It is one of America's most haunted locations.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: Full day
Quick Facts
- Over 50,000 casualties
- Lincoln's Gettysburg Address
- Most haunted location in America
Location
Address: Gettysburg National Military Park, PA
Coordinates: 39.8333, -77.2333