The town of Kings Mountain is located in North Carolina, but the mountain itself and the two parks are just across the state line in South Carolina. Even though the day was dreary and cold, we simply needed to get out and go!
Loyalists plundered the countryside and neighbors were often fighting neighbors. The British believed that the southern colonies were teaming with loyalists and they hoped to persuade reluctant patriots to swear allegiance to the Crown.
The over-mountain men accomplished their victory in little over an hour. Ferguson was dead and with him, Cornwallis' entire left flank. This militia, fighting on its own terms and in its own way, turned the tide of England's attempt to conquer the South.
Part of the South Carolina State Park system, Kings Mountain State Park's 15,000 acres are full of recreational opportunities that include hiking, horseback riding, camping, fishing as well as programs at the Living History Farm.
None of the facilities were open, but we did have an opportunity to pick up a campground brochure and drive around the 117 sites to pick out a few good ones for a future camping trip.
We were home by 4:30, but our outing did wonders for our winter blues! Thanks for stopping by and here are a few more shots from inside the state park.