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Drone Rules for Petersburg National Battlefield

Petersburg, Virginia (VA) • United States
5001 Siege Rd, Petersburg, VA 23803, USA
Lat: 37.2433 • Lng: -77.3567
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 29, 2026
Summary
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Drones are prohibited at Petersburg National Battlefield per NPS policy. The 9.5-month Civil War siege site is protected.

Drone Rules - Petersburg National Battlefield

Drones are not permitted at Petersburg National Battlefield.

Key Rules

  • No recreational drone flights within the battlefield
  • Commercial use requires a Special Use Permit from the NPS
  • The 9.5-month siege (1864-1865) was the longest in the Civil War; earthworks and the Crater explosion site are preserved

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