High-water mark of the Confederacy
High-water mark of the Confederacy, Civil War memorial site at Cemetery Ridge, Gettysburg, United States
The High-Water Mark monument stands at Cemetery Ridge, marking the exact location where Confederate forces reached their northernmost point during Pickett's Charge.
On July 3, 1863, over 12,500 Confederate soldiers advanced across open fields toward Union lines during Pickett's Charge, resulting in substantial casualties.
The monument, established in 1892, represents a turning point in American history and serves as a symbol of national reconciliation after the Civil War.
Visitors can access the memorial through Hancock Avenue in Gettysburg National Military Park, with guided tours available from the Gettysburg Tour Center.
The location features a collection of stone markers indicating the positions of both Union and Confederate forces during the decisive moment of battle.
Location: Adams County
GPS coordinates: 39.81250,-77.23583
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:39
Eisenhower National Historic Site
3.2 km
The Angle
111 m
Sachs Covered Bridge
3.8 km
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
839 m
The Pennsylvania State Memorial
508 m
Eternal Light Peace Memorial
4 km
Gettysburg National Tower
530 m
Soldiers' National Monument
900 m
Evergreen Cemetery
1.1 km
Gettysburg Battlefield Historic District
643 m
72nd Pennsylvania Infantry Monument
47 m
McPherson Ridge
3.3 km
Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial
1 km
High Water Mark of the Rebellion Monument
11 m
Virginia Monument
1.3 km
North Carolina Monument
1.2 km
Adams County Courthouse
1.9 km
Evergreen Cemetery gatehouse
1.1 km
Pennsylvania Hall
2.5 km
11th Mississippi Infantry Monument
1.2 km
Schmucker Hall
2.3 km
Gettysburg National Museum
628 m
Gettysburg Rostrum
689 m
Alabama State Monument
3.3 km
New York State Monument
1 km
Winfield Scott Hancock
550 m
Sheads House
2.5 km
Rock Creek-White Run Union Hospital Complex
4.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes