An oval gravestone for Maj Patrick Ferguson is in front of his stone covered grave.
Major Patrick Ferguson's Grave NPS

Kings Mountain National Military Park

National Historic Site · South Carolina · National Park Service

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.

Plan your visit

Know before you go

Phone
8649367921
Official site
www.nps.gov
Managed by
National Park Service

Getting there

Directions on Google Maps →

What's here

Highlights: American Revolution · Military · Battlefields · Monuments and Memorials · Wars and Conflicts · American Revolutionary War

Activities & features: Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Living History · Junior Ranger Program · Park Film

Photos

  • A patriot rifleman stands ready to fire his weapon.
    NPS photo
  • Snow covers the ground in front of the Centennial Monument.
    NPS Photo
  • The US Monument is surrounded by trees that are turning orange and yellow.
    NPS Photo
  • Militia reenactors march with weapons on their shoulders as they prepare to demonstrate them.
    Joe Epley for NPS

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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12