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What's new at Culpeper Battlefield State Park

By Kim WellsPosted February 24, 2026    Officially opened in October 2024, Culpeper Battlefields State Park will eventually span more than 2,200 acres of preserved battlefield land, offering an unparalleled opportunity to explore the sites of four pivotal Civil War battles: Brandy Station, Cedar Mountain, Kelly’s Ford and Rappahannock Station. At this time, only a couple of land acquisitions have been completed, so DCR owns only two properties—Brandy Station and Cedar Mountain. There will continue to be a