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Cowpens National Battlefield

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Cowpens National Battlefield commemorates a decisive battle that helped turn the tide of war in the South. On this field on January 17, 1781, Daniel Morgan led his army of tough Continentals, militia and cavalry to a brilliant victory over Banastre Tarleton's force of British regulars.


Contact Information

PO Box 308
Chesnee, SC 29323
864-461-2828 - Visitor Information


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Getting There

By Plane
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, Greer, SC
Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, NC
Rental cars are available at both airports.

By Car
From I-85 northbound, take exit 78. Turn left, toward Chesnee on Hwy 221. At the intersection fo Hwys. 221 and 11 in Chesnee, turn right. The park is about 3 miles on the right.
From I-85 southbound, take exit 92 at Gaffney, west toward Chesnee on Hwy 11. The park is about 10 miles on the left.
From I-26 eastbound, take exit 5, east toward Chesnee on Hwy 11. The park is about 20 miles on the right.
From I-26 westbound, take I-85 North, and follow the directions above.

By Plane
None available

Getting Around
Interpretive walking trail is one and one quarter mile self-guiding loop around and through the battlefield. Horses, bicycles, and other wheeled vehicles are not allowed on the walking trail.
The 3.8 mile auto-tour road travels the perimeter of the battlefield and includes wayside exhibits, picnic area, overlooks with short trails onto the battlefield, and the circa 1832 Robert Scruggs House. The tour road is a favorite local exercise walking route. Tour road closes to vehicle traffic at 4:30 p.m.

Weather

Winters are mild with the low temperatures generally in the 20s. Summers are hot and humid with high temperatures in the 90s.


Activities

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.
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  • Auto Touring
  • Biking
  • Educational Programs
  • Bird Watching

Recommended Activities
Visit the museum area of the Visitor Center, view the 8-minute fiber-optic map program and the 22-minute laser disk presentation on the battle. Walk the 1.25 mile interpretive battlefield trail, or drive the 3.8 mile auto tour road.


 
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