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A visit to this park high above the Mississippi, recalls the November 7, 1861 Battle of Belmont. Today, you can still see the massive chain and anchor used by the South to block passage of Union gunboats. Explore the Civil War battle historic earthworks river defenses and Mississippi River history.

Listing Category	Civil War, State Parks
State	Kentucky
Listing Tags	civil war, we visited
Website	https://parks.ky.gov/columbus/parks/historic/columbus-belmont-state-park
Phone	+12706772327
Hours Open	Park Hours Grounds open year-round, park gate closes at dark Campground open year-round. Museum open seasonally and by appointment, weather dependent. ($) Snack Bar open seasonally, May - Labor Day and weekends through mid-October. Mini Golf open seasonally, May - Labor Day and weekends through mid-October.
Address	350 Park Rd, Columbus, KY 42032
ZIP Code	42032
Latitude	36.76624674
Longitude	-89.11091078
Accessibility	Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Service options	Onsite services
Highlights	Picnics
Activities	Hiking, Picnicking
Amenities	Barbecue grill, Picnic tables, Public restroom, Slides, Swings
Payments	Credit cards, Debit cards
Children	Good for kids, Good for kids birthday, Kid-friendly hikes, Playground
Parking	Free parking lot, Usually plenty of parking
Pets	Dogs allowed
Camping	Relax amid beautiful settings on the river cliff campground with 38 sites, utility hookups, and grills. A central service offers restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. Pets are allowed if restrained. The campground is open year-round, water available but not to each site in winter. Two rental camping trailers and a log cabin are also available by calling the park directly. Each trailer has a kitchen, bath, and sleeps four. The log cabin sleeps two, and the renter uses campground facilities.
Trails	A 1.5 mile, self-guided hiking trail with interpretive signs. Massive earthen works formed the Confederate fortification. Abundant wildlife and birding opportunities.
Country	USA

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