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