Battlefield | National Park

Kings Mountain National Military Park

On August 16, 1780, the unexpected Patriot success at Kings Mountain infused those favoring rebellion with new confidence.

  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Know Before You Go

Please note that battlefield trail is 1.5 miles and includes large changes in elevation that may prove difficult to navigate for people with mobility issues. To accommodate this, the park has paved paths that make it easier to traverse. The path has several monuments dedicated to the battle and the soldiers that fought here close to 250 years ago that one can enjoy in a park secluded from major roadways and cities. Camping amenities are also available for those looking to stay in the South Carolina State Parks section of the area, just outside of the National Park Service's jurisdiction. Reservations must be made in advance through the State Parks' website if one desires to use the camping amenities.

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.

Standard Hours

Monday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Exceptions

New Year's Day

01/01/2026 - 01/01/2026

Martin Luther King Day

01/20/2025 - 01/20/2025

Washington's Birthday

02/17/2025 - 02/17/2025

Columbus Day

10/13/2025 - 10/13/2025

Thanksgiving Day

11/27/2025 - 11/27/2025

Christmas Day

12/25/2025 - 12/25/2025

Admission & Tickets

There are no entrance fees for this park.

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.

Accessibility & Amenities

  • Amphitheater
  • Assistive Listening Systems
  • Audio Description
  • Automated Entrance
  • Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
  • Baby Changing Station
  • Benches/Seating
  • Bicycle - Rack
  • Braille
  • Captioned Media
  • Entrance Passes for Sale
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid/Medical Care Available
  • Food/Drink - Snacks
  • Food/Drink - Vending Machine/Self Service
  • Gifts/Souvenirs/Books
  • Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits
  • Information - Maps Available
  • Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present
  • Parking - Auto
  • Parking - Boat Trailer
  • Parking - Bus/RV
  • Recycling
  • Restroom
  • Restroom - Accessible
  • Theater/Auditorium
  • Trailhead/Hiker Register
  • Wheelchair Accessible
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