Kings Mountain National Military Park
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Kings Mountain National Military Park at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- Main Kings Mountain National Military Park highlights — see Things to Do for current listings
- Nearby city
- Blacksburg, SC
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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.
2 current NPS alerts
- Information: America the Beautiful Passes Temporary Unavailable
- Caution: Park Wide Caution
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 11, 2026). Official Kings Mountain National Military Park page on nps.gov
Weather Information
Temperatures for the area range from very hot and humid
- Summer
to cool and moderate
in the winter.
Operating Hours
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.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Kings Mountain National Military Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Kings Mountain National Military Park. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
