Bulltown Battlefield and Historic Area

Bulltown Battlefield and Historic Area -
The Bulltown Historic Area includes a Civil War battlefield, handicap accessible visitor center, interpretive trail, a section of the Weston-Gauley Turnpike, The Cunningham Farmstead, historic homes, a log structure Catholic church, parking, and restrooms.

In 1863, Confederate forces led by William L. “Mudwall” Jackson, cousin of “Stonewall” Jackson, attempted to overtake Union fortifications on a knoll overlooking a key bridge that once crossed the Little Kanawha River along the Weston-Gauley bridge Turnpike. At the hilly site are Union trenches, the graves of seven Confederate soldiers and intact sections of the Turnpike. The district also features the restored Cunningham farm that reflects the period living conditions of the area. The Bulltown Historic Center features costumed staff and artifacts from the battle.

Located off I-79 at Exit 67, 13 miles north of US RT 19; or Exit 91 off of I-79, 2 miles south on US RT 19.

Camping, hiking, fishing, swimming and more are available at the Bulltown Recreation area. www.lrh.usace.army.mil/projects/lakes/bus/