Birch Coulee Battlefield

The site of the Battle of Birch Coulee

Today a peaceful prairie, Birch Coulee was the site of one of the deadliest battles of the US-Dakota War, over 150 years ago.

This site is managed by the Renville County Historical Society.

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Hours and admission

The trails are open daily, from dawn until dusk. Trails are not maintained in the winter.

Free admission.

Accessibility

Getting here

Jct of Renville Cty Hwy 2 and Hwy 18 
Morton, MN 56270
800-657-3773

Map and directions

What to see and do

Tour the self-guided trails where markers explain the battle from both Dakota and US soldiers’ perspectives.

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