War In The Pacific National Historical Park

Mountain view down toward beach.
Overlooking the invasion Asan Beach, this overlook honors the men and women killed on Guam in World War II.
Night view of light up US flags.
Honoring the Chamorro citizens and US service personnel killed during World War II.
Calm water beach at sunset.
This serene scene of Apaca Point does not reveal the intensity felt on the July 21, 1944 invasion.
Photos: National Park Service

About War In The Pacific National Historical Park

War in the Pacific National Historical Park was established to commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of those participating in the campaigns of the Pacific Theater of World War II and to conserve and interpret outstanding natural, scenic, and historic values and objects of the island of Guam.

Plan a Visit

NPS DesignationNational Historical Park
Park State / Territory MembershipGuam
Current Alerts1
Visitor Centers1
Campgrounds0
Things To Do2

Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.

Weather & Conditions

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NPS Reference Location

Park state / territory membership: Guam. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.

Operating Hours

Park grounds are open, but visitors should follow local health guidance.

FridayAll Day
MondayAll Day
SaturdayAll Day
SundayAll Day
ThursdayAll Day
TuesdayAll Day
WednesdayAll Day

Activities

AstronomyHikingJunior Ranger ProgramSnorkelingPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store

Current Alerts

Limited access to areas at Asan Beach.

Due to the impacts of Typhoon Sinlaku, areas of Asan Beach remain inaccessible. Visitors should use caution when walking to the beach area and stay out of damaged areas.

Getting There

From the airport or Tumon, where most hotels are located, make your way to Route 1, Marine Corps Drive. Head south until the road ends and you arrive at the Naval Station Guam front gate. To the right, adjacent to the large 2-man Type-C Japanese midget submarine, is the T. Stell Newman Visitor Center.

View Official Directions

Contact & Address

The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.

NPS-Listed Address135 Murray Blvd., Ste. 100, Hagatna, GU, 96910

Topics & Themes

MilitaryUS ArmyUS MarinesBattlefieldsMonuments and MemorialsPacific Islander HeritageWars and ConflictsWorld War IIOceansCoral Reefs

Things To Do

Asan Ridge Trail Hike

Asan Ridge Trail Hike

Explore Asan Ridge for its historical and natural wonders as well as majestic vistas.

Piti Guns Hike

Piti Guns Hike

Hike in a tropical jungle and explore the history of World War II on Guam.

Visitor Centers

T. Stell Newman Visitor Center

Start your visit to War in the Pacific National Historical Park with a stop at the T. Stell Newman Visitor Center. Named after the park’s…