A cannon is in the left foreground with the Maham rifle tower in the distance.
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Ninety Six National Historic Site

SC

A corten steel figure of a Native American stands sentinel in the fog.
The walking trail winds past a cannon and a rifle tower.
A wooden sign shows the direction of important places in 1781.
A monument to James Birmingham, the first South Carolinian to die in the American Revolution

Park Alerts (3)

Trail update 5/21/26: Most trails are open and ready for the public. Those that remain closed are the Charleston Road/ Goudey Trail past the Cherokee Path and the portion of Cherokee Path between the stockade fort and the ...
Park Wide Caution: Visitors should exercise caution when hiking areas of the park that have opened since Hurricane Helene. Hazards on trails and in forested areas such as hanging tree limbs, debris on the ground, and wa...
Phone Lines Down: Our phone lines are being upgraded and are currently down. If you need to contact us please email: NISI_Information@nps.gov Or you may call Cowpens National Battlefield at: 864 461-2828

About Ninety Six National Historic Site

Settlers 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.

Things To Do

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Available Activities

Boating
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Food
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Living History
Paddling
Canoeing
Kayaking
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Junior Ranger Program
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store

Weather

Temperatures for the area range from very hot and humid in the summer to cool and moderate in the winter.

Getting There

2 miles south of Ninety Six, SC on Hwy 248. For more detailed information, click on "Directions Details" below.

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Hours

Park Grounds

The park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset. There are eight parking spots located outside of the front gate for early and late visitors.

Star Fort Pond

From April1, to October 31, the Star Fort Pond is open for fishing on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The Pond is CLOSED Sundays through Tuesdays, Thursdays, and from November 1through March 31. From April through October there is a portalet located in the Pond parking lot.

Location

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34.1427, -82.0164

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