National Military Park

Known for its rich history, Horseshoe Bend National Military Park at Daviston is a national treasure. Horseshoe Bend honors the lives lost and calls attention to the great changes brought about by the Creek Indian War (1813-1814) and in particular, the Battle of Horseshoe Bend in March, 1814.

This final battle of the war, fought by General Jackson’s Tennessee militia, which was aided by the 39th U.S. Infantry Regiment and Cherokee and Lower Creek allies, against the Upper Creek Red Stick resistance, resulted in the deaths of more than 800 Creek warriors, an unknown number of women, children and elders, and 49 U.S. soldiers and Indian allies. This battle marks the largest loss of Native American life in a single battle with U.S. troops in U.S. history. The battlefield is on the National Register of Historic Places, and the park hosts educational programs and living history events.

The 2,040-acre park includes a 3-mile tour road and a shaded 2.8mile nature trail that connects battle, barricade, and village sites to views of the Tallapoosa River. This moderate hike includes historical waysides and opportunities for solitude and reflection.

While not a dedicated recreational site, the park welcomes outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, bicycling, canoeing, bird watching and more. The best place for visitors to start is at the visitor center, open daily, which includes a renovated museum and a bookstore.

Admission to the park and special events are free, but donations to the park and contributions at the nonprofit bookstore help maintain the facility and supplement the costs of school outreach programs.

In March of every year, HBNMP hosts an anniversary commemoration of the final battle of the Creek Indian War with weekend activities and school group tours.

From Atlanta, GA - From Atlanta’s airport, take I-85 S towards Montgomery. From Montgomery, AL - Take US-231 out of Montgomery to AL-63 until you reach Kowaliga Bridge.

From Birmingham, AL - Take US Highway 280 E approximately 80 miles until you arrive in Alexander City, which is the home of Lake Martin.

Marinas and Boat Ramps

Off-Water Marine Stores

Points of Interest

U.S. Highways

County Roads