The Second Battle of Manassas

Come walk some trails at Second Manassas and explore the opening shots of the battle fought on August 28-30, 1862. As the hike continues, view the topography that Union troops charged across and the deep railroad that Confederates defended while waiting for their reinforcements to arrive. Though throwing rocks is prohibited for good tour etiquette, we will explore the primary sources of this desperate defensive measure and other hardships that soldiers on both sides experienced during this determined fight that altered the course of the Civil War in the East during 1862.

Type of Event: Hike

Guide: Sarah Kay Bierle

Cost: $30.00 Per Person

Exertion: We rate this tour as EASY TO MODERATE. It involves some 3 - 3.5 miles of walking and several stops. We will mostly follow mowed and grassy trails, but may include rocks, mud, branches, tree roots, and other obstacles.

This event is part of the American Battlefield Trust’s 2025 history hikes, tours, and lectures. This year's lineup can be experienced in person or online from the comfort of your living room.

You may also like the following events from American Battlefield Trust:

• Next Sunday, 8th June, 09:00 am, The Whirlpool of Death: The Wheatfield at Gettysburg in Gettysburg
• Next Sunday, 8th June, 01:30 pm, Gettysburg’s Awful, Awful Rocks in Gettysburg
• Next month, 28th June, 10:00 am, Lee's Headquarters Open House & Artillery Demonstrations in Gettysburg

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