8 National Park Service sites
South Carolina park guides
2 campgrounds inside the parks · 138 nearby · 5 free sites2 campgrounds inside the parks · 138 nearby · 5 free and dispersed sites
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Inside the parks2 campgroundsCongaree 2
Near the parks138 campgroundsWithin 25–50 mi of a site
Free and dispersed5 sitesWithin 25–50 mi of a site
Current alerts14 at 6 sitesAs of Sep 20, 2026 · nps.gov
Park guides in South Carolina 8
National Park4 alertsCongaree National ParkAstonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and Wateree Rivers sweep through the floodplain, carrying nutrients and sediments that nourish and rejuvenate this ecosystem and support the growth of national and state champion trees.2 in the park · 54 within 50 mi
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National BattlefieldCowpens National BattlefieldA pasturing area at the time of the battle, this Revolutionary War site commemorates the place where Daniel Morgan and his army turned the flanks of Banastre Tarleton's British army. This classic military tactic, known as a double envelopment, secured a patriot victory.32 within 25 mi · 1 free nearby1 alert
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National Military ParkKings Mountain National Military ParkThomas 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.26 within 25 mi · 1 free nearby2 alerts
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National Historic SiteCharles Pinckney National Historic SiteCharles Pinckney was a principal author and signer of the United States Constitution and went on to be a political leader in South Carolina for over 40 years. The park preserves Snee Farm, one of his plantation properties, where visitors can learn about the politician's influences on Charleston, the African people he enslaved, plantation operations, and the legacy of Pinckney's life.15 within 25 mi
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National Historical ParkFort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical ParkTwo forts stand at the entrance of Charleston Harbor. Patriots inside a palmetto log fort, later named Fort Moultrie, defeated the Royal Navy in 1776. As Charleston blazed a path towards secession to preserve slavery, construction on a new fort, Fort Sumter, proceeded. The Confederacy fired on the US garrison of Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861 opening the Civil War, which redefined American freedom.14 within 25 mi3 alertsEntrance $10 per person
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National Historic SiteNinety Six National Historic SiteSettlers struggled against the harsh backcountry to survive. Cherokee Indians hunted and fought to keep their land. Two towns and a trading post were formed then abandoned to the elements. And two Revolutionary War battles claimed over 100 lives. Come discover the 18th century history of South Carolina.11 within 25 mi · 4 free nearby3 alerts
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National Historical ParkReconstruction Era National Historical ParkThe Reconstruction era,1861-1900 the historic period in which the United States grappled with the question of how to integrate millions of newly freed African Americans into social, political, economic, and labor systems, was a time of significant transformation. The people, places, and events in Beaufort County, South Carolina, reflect on the most important issues of this tumultuous time period.10 within 25 mi1 alert
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National Historic TrailOvermountain Victory National Historic TrailStretching 330-miles through four states (Virginia, Tennessee, North and South Carolina) the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail traces the route used by Patriot militia during the pivotal Kings Mountain campaign of 1780. Follow their campaign by utilizing a Commemorative Motor Route along existing state highways marked with the distinctive trail logo, or 80+ miles of walkable trail.NPS
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