Special Events

Upcoming Events at Kings Mountain6: National Military Park

First Friday Fires : April - November 2024

First Friday of every month from April though November. Free evening program 6:00- 8:00 PM. Join Rangers for an evening around the campfire as well as night Musket firing demonstrations.
No reservations required, however the program will be dependent on the weather. Call ahead for more information 864-936-7921 x 3.

Guided Backcountry Hikes

Saturday, April 6 at 10:00 am. Enjoy a 2.5-mile one way (5 mile round trip) hike to Lake Crawford in Kings Mountain State Park. Meet at the visitor center at 10 am. Make sure you have plenty of water, snacks and comfortable hiking shoes.

Saturday, May 4 at 10:00 am- Enjoy a 2.5 mile one way (5 mile round trip) hike to Browns Mountain. Meet at the Visitor Center at 10 am. Make sure you have plenty of water, snacks, and comfortable hiking shoes.

Saturday, June 1 - National Trails Day. Take an enjoyable hike with Rangers and Staff from Carolina Thread Trail. Check back for more information.

Wiggly Wednesdays: May - September 2025

Third Wednesday of every month from May thourgh September. 10 - 11 am
Toddler program for children ages 2-5. Each program features a different theme and hands-on activity or take-home craft.

National Park Week - April 20 - 28, 2024.

Explore your National Parks fee free!

Junior Ranger Day - April 27, 2024 10 am -3 pm
Kids come learn the many jobs of a Park Ranger. Hands-on activies.

Howser House Open House - May 11, 2024 11 am - 3 pm

Visit the 1803 Howser House. Open twice a year. Follow signs for directions to the Howser House.

October 5-6, 2024 244th Anniversary Encampment Weekend.

Joing us for a wekeend of celebrating the 244th Anniversary of the Battle of Kings Mountain. Encampments, weapons demonstrations, children's activies and more. Check back for more detailed information as we get closer to the date.

October 7, 2024, 244th Battle of Kings Mountain Anniversary

11 am Wreath Laying Ceremony at US Monument
3 pm - Arrival of the Overmountain Victory Trail Marchers

Continue to check back for events.
Thank you for your support and interest in Kings Mountain NMP!

Last updated: March 26, 2024

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2625 Park Road
Blacksburg, SC 29702

Phone:

864 936-7921 x3

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