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Kings Mountain National Military Park

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Kings Mountain National Military Park commemorates a pivotal and significant victory by American Patriots over American Loyalists during the Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War. The battle fought on October 7, 1780 destroyed the left wing of Cornwallis' army and effectively ended Loyalist ascendance in the Carolinas. The victory halted the British advance into North Carolina, forced Lord Cornwallis to retreat from Charlotte into South Carolina, and gave General Nathanael Greene the opportunity to reorganize the American Army.



Contact Information

2625 Park Rd.
Blacksburg, SC 29702
864-936-7921 - Headquarters


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Getting There

By Plane
Large airline carriers operate in Charlotte, NC and Greenville, SC. Both cities are within an hours drive of the park. Car rentals are available at both locations.

By Car
Kings Mountain National Military Park is located on South Carolina Highway 216. From Greenville, SC travel on I-85 North to NC Exit #2. From Charlotte, NC travel on I- 85 South to NC Exit #2.



Weather

CLIMATE:
Winters are mild with the lowest temperatures generally in the 20's. Summers are hot and humid with high temperatures in the 90's.


Activities

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.
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  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding

Recommended Activities
Visitor Center:
Features an 18-minute film, Kings Mountain: Turning Point in the South; museum exhibit area; cooperating association sales outlet.

Battlefield Trail:
One and one-half mile self-guiding loop trail around battlefield site. The trail is the site of Ferguson's Cairn, the burial site of British Major Patrick Ferguson; the U.S. Monument and other markers; and wayside exhibits.

Hiking and Horse Trails:
Kings Mountain National Military Park and the adjoining Kings Mountain State Park have combined efforts to offer 16 miles of hiking trail and over 16 miles of horse trail.


 
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RV Information
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