Myers Hill: Spotsylvania’s Overlooked Action
Cost: $25.00 per person
Step off the beaten path and explore one of the most overlooked pieces of the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House during this walking tour of Myers Hill. Often forgotten and rarely visited, this rugged ground played an important role in the brutal fighting of May 1864 during Grant’s Overland Campaign.
As we traverse terrain that few battlefield visitors ever see, we’ll uncover the story of the desperate Union effort to hold this commanding high ground against repeated Confederate attacks. Soldiers from both sides clashed across fields, woods, and ravines in a hard-fought struggle that demonstrated the campaign's intensity and complexity. Despite its significance, the fighting at Myers Hill remains one of the least explored actions on the battlefield today.
Exertion: We rate this hike as EASY-MODERATE, with 2-3 miles of walking along pathways and uneven terrain.
Please Note
- This hiking tour has a registration fee. These fees support the American Battlefield Trust's education efforts and cover the permits required for the tours. They also help us offer members more quality programming worldwide.
- Full refund if canceled on or before May 5, 2026.
- Hiking tours are not for the faint of heart. Please read the description closely before choosing to join us.
- Lunch and buses will not be provided on this tours. Participants are expected to bring their own water, food, and supplies.
We look forward to seeing you in the field!
