The sun is coming up on the battlefield in the direction that the Americans would have been facing.

National Battlefield · South Carolina

Cowpens National Battlefield

A 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.

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Things to do

  • Biking
  • Road Biking
  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
  • Living History
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits

Weather & when to go

Temperatures for the area range from very hot and humid in the summer to cool and moderate in the winter. http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=35.1346&lon=-81.7036#.VhkrZ-xVhBc

Operating hours

Grounds

The visitor center parking lot is open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. The front gate closes at 5:00 pm. Loop Road closes at 4:30 pm. After hours parking is located 1 mile east at the intersection of Hwy 11 and Hayes Road and is open dawn to dusk. Visitor Center is open Wed - Sunday 9 - 5.

Trails and Trailhead Parking

The trailhead parking lot on the eastern boundary of the park is open dawn to dusk for additional pedestrian and bicycle access to the battlefield trail.

Restrooms, Picnic Area, and Auto Loop Road

The public restroom facilities, picnic shelter, and auto loop tour road close at 4:30 PM. They are closed on New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Washington's Birthday, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

FAQ

Is Cowpens National Battlefield free to visit?
Cowpens National Battlefield does not charge a standard entrance fee. Check the official NPS page for the latest details on any activity or permit fees before you go.
What are the hours at Cowpens National Battlefield?
The visitor center parking lot is open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. The front gate closes at 5:00 pm. Loop Road closes at 4:30 pm. After hours parking is located 1 mile east at the intersection of Hwy 11 and Hayes Road and is open dawn to dusk. Visitor Center is open Wed - Sunday 9 - 5.
Do I need a reservation for Cowpens National Battlefield?
No timed-entry reservation is currently required to enter Cowpens National Battlefield. Campgrounds and permits may still need to be booked separately on Recreation.gov.

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