What if we told you that one of the most dramatic and consequential battles in American history happened in a small Michigan city — and almost nobody knows about it? In this episode of Two Chicks with Hiking Sticks, we explore River Raisin National Battlefield Park in Monroe, Michigan: the site of the War of 1812's greatest American defeat, the birth of the rallying cry "Remember the Raisin!", and a place where Native American, French, British, and American stories collide in one of history's most complex moments.

We cover everything you need to know for a perfect visit: the full history of the January 1813 Battle of Frenchtown and the River Raisin Massacre, the incredible cultural tapestry of the settlement at Frenchtown, the natural beauty of the River Raisin Heritage Trail and Sterling State Park, hiking options perfect for the 50+ crowd, a complete first-timer's itinerary, and all the other amazing things to do in Monroe, Michigan.

River Raisin is FREE to visit, beautifully interpreted, and unlike anything else in the National Park System. Don't miss this hidden gem of the Great Lakes.

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📍 Location: Monroe, Michigan | 333 N. Dixie Hwy

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📌 RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• NPS River Raisin: nps.gov/rira

• River Raisin Heritage Trail: City of Monroe Parks & Recreation

• Sterling State Park: michigan.gov/dnr

• Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge: fws.gov

• Monroe County Historical Museum: monroehistory.org

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