About CCBF Museum & Visitor Center
Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation (CCBF) Museum and Visitor Center overlooks picturesque views of Belle Grove Plantation, Cedar Creek Battlefield, and Allegheny Mountain sunsets. Plan your battlefield visit at the welcome desk. A shop offers book selections, souvenirs, locally made artisan crafts, and reproduction 19th century items. Exhibits feature artifacts from the Civil War and mid 1800s Shenandoah Valley. The building also hosts CCBF's digital media center, research library, and conference area.
How to Get There
CCBF Museum & Visitor Center is one mile south of Middletown on US Route 11 (US-11). From Interstate 81 (I-81) take exit 302, travel west on Route 627 to US-11 in Middletown, then travel south. From Interstate 66 take exit 1A to I-81 South, then take exit 298 for US-11 toward Strasburg, then turn right to follow US-11 north.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to CCBF Museum & Visitor Center
Heading to CCBF Museum & Visitor Center? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for CCBF Museum & Visitor Center?
No central reservation system listed for CCBF Museum & Visitor Center. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10230250) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to CCBF Museum & Visitor Center?
CCBF Museum & Visitor Center is one mile south of Middletown on US Route 11 (US-11). From Interstate 81 (I-81) take exit 302, travel west on Route 627 to US-11 in Middletown, then travel south. From Interstate 66 take exit 1A to I-81 South, then take exit 298 for US-11 toward Strasburg, then turn right to follow US-11 north.
How do I contact CCBF Museum & Visitor Center?
You can reach the park at phone: (540) 869-2064 or email: info@ccbf.us.
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