National Historic Trail · Alabama, Arkansas +7 more
Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail
Remember and commemorate the survival of the Cherokee people, forcefully removed from their homelands in Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee to live in Indian Territory, now Oklahoma. They traveled by foot, horse, wagon, or steamboat in 1838-1839.
Things to do
- Arts and Culture
- Craft Demonstrations
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Auto
- Junior Ranger Program
- Museum Exhibits
Weather & when to go
Due to the length of the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail, be sure to consult local weather sources for the region you'll be visiting. Check out the forecast with the National Weather Service and search for the area you'd like to visit: www.weather.gov
Operating hours
Trail of Tears National Historic Trail
OPERATING HOURS VARY FROM SITE TO SITE. There are many historic sites, museums, and parks (federal, state, and local) along the Trail of Tears in Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky, Illinois, Arkansas, Missouri, or Oklahoma for you to visit. Please contact individual sites for more information by going to Plan Your Visit and selecting Places To Go or Passport Program, where sites are listed by state, and there is an interactive map to search for sites.
FAQ
- Is Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail free to visit?
- Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail does not charge a standard entrance fee. Check the official NPS page for the latest details on any activity or permit fees before you go.
- What are the hours at Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail?
- OPERATING HOURS VARY FROM SITE TO SITE. There are many historic sites, museums, and parks (federal, state, and local) along the Trail of Tears in Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky, Illinois, Arkansas, Missouri, or Oklahoma for you to visit. Please contact individual sites for more information by goi…
- Do I need a reservation for Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail?
- No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Trail Of Tears National Historic Trail. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.