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