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Andersonville National Historic Site

Andersonville, GA

History

Site of the Civil War prison camp where nearly 13,000 Union soldiers died, with the National Prisoner of War Museum and a national cemetery. Free; a tour road circles the prison site and reconstructed stockade corners.

Nearest town
Andersonville, GA
Category
History & culture
GPS
32.1966, -84.1297

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and December. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Primitive CampgroundCampsite
    21 mi from Andersonville National Historic Site
  • Lake Blackshear CampgroundsCampsite
    21 mi from Andersonville National Historic Site

All campsites in Georgia · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Andersonville National Historic Site?

Andersonville National Historic Site is in Andersonville, GA, at GPS 32.1966, -84.1297. It is about 10 mi from Americus.

Can you camp near Andersonville National Historic Site?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Primitive Campground, about 21 mi away; within 25 mi there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Andersonville National Historic Site?

Andersonville National Historic Site is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Southwest Georgia: Warm Springs, Providence Canyon and Plains.

What is there to see near Andersonville National Historic Site?

Places worth a stop nearby: Jimmy Carter National Historical Park (19 mi), Providence Canyon State Park (47 mi), Roosevelt’s Little White House (57 mi) and Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site (94 mi).

When is the best time to visit Andersonville National Historic Site?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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