Kings Mountain National Military Park
National Military Park ยท South Carolina
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National Military Park and protected area
Kings Mountain National Military Park is a National Military Park near Blacksburg, South Carolina, along the North Carolina/South Carolina border. The park commemorates the Battle of Kings Mountain, a pivotal and significant victory by American Patriots over American Loyalists during the Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. Thomas Jefferson considered the battle "The turn of the tide of success."
About Kings Mountain National Military Park
Thomas Jefferson called it "The turn of the tide of success." The battle of Kings Mountain, fought October 7th, 1780, was an important American victory during the Revolutionary War. The battle was the first major patriot victory to occur after the British invasion of Charleston, SC in May 1780. The park preserves the site of this important battle.
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Operating Hours
Kings Mountain National Military Park
Park Grounds (Restrooms, Parking Lot and Trails) Open Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visitor Center Open Wednesday - Sunday 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Kings Mountain National Military Park?
Kings Mountain National Military Park is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Kings Mountain National Military Park?
Popular activities at Kings Mountain National Military Park include: Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Living History, Junior Ranger Program, Park Film.
What is the weather like at Kings Mountain National Military Park?
Temperatures for the area range from very hot and humid in the summer to cool and moderate in the winter.
How do I get to Kings Mountain National Military Park?
Kings Mountain National Military Park is located on South Carolina Highway 216. From Greenville, SC travel on I-85 North to NC Exit #2. Turn right onto Hwy 216. From Charlotte, NC travel on I- 85 South to NC Exit #2. Turn left onto Hwy 216.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
Temperatures for the area range from very hot and humid in the summer to cool and moderate in the winter.
Directions
Kings Mountain National Military Park is located on South Carolina Highway 216. From Greenville, SC travel on I-85 North to NC Exit #2. Turn right onto Hwy 216. From Charlotte, NC travel on I- 85 South to NC Exit #2. Turn left onto Hwy 216.
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