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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park — Paredes Line Road
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Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park is currently Open.
As of: 9:58 am (CDT)   Fri May 9, 2025.

Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park Hours

Mon 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tue 8:00am - 5:00pm
Wed 8:00am - 5:00pm
Thu 8:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sun 8:00am - 5:00pm

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7200 Paredes Line Road
Brownsville, TX   78526Driving Directions
Phone: (956)541-2785(956)541-2785 Maps & Directions

https://www.nps.gov/paal/planyou...

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National Historical Park

Operating Hours & Seasons

Palo Alto Battlefield

The park is open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The park's busy season runs from November through May. During the month of May, the visitor center and trails are often busy with school field trips in the mornings. Park trails close at 4:30 p.m. All gates are locked at 5 p.m.

Standard Hours

  • Sunday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Monday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Tuesday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Wednesday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Thursday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Friday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM
  • Saturday:8:00 AM-5:00 PM

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Fees & Passes

    Entrance Fees:

    • $0.00 - No admission fee
      There is no fee to enter Palo Alto Battlefield or attend park programs and events. Enjoy your visit!

    About

    The First Clash

    On May 8, 1846, United States and Mexican troops clashed on the prairie of Palo Alto. The battle was the first in a two-year long war that changed the map of North America. Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park preserves the site of this notable battle and provides an understanding of the causes, events, and consequences of the U.S.-Mexican War.

    Directions

    The park is located on Brownsville's north side, near the city of Los Fresnos. It is just north of the intersection of FM 1847 (Paredes Line Rd.) and FM 511/FM 550.

    Visitor Centers

    Palo Alto Visitor Center

    The visitor center features an exhibit area features interactive exhibits, artifacts, and Mexican War era military uniforms. The center also offers a 15-minute video—"War on the Rio Grande.” The video gives an overview of the war and is available in English and Spanish. The visitor center includes a small book store with over 100 book titles and specialty items. Don’t forget to get your national parks passport book stamped! Ask for the stamp at the front desk.

    Weather

    Summers are hot and humid. Tropical weather systems generally affect the area from August to October. Winters are usually mild but cold fronts can drop temperatures by up to 30 degrees in about an hour.

    Permits and Reservations Information


     

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