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Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

NC,SC,TN,VA

A large group of living historians stand in a river and fire muskets, with a cloud of smoke rising.
A cut log is laying over a crevasse on a trail in the woods.
5 people are hiking along a trail surrounded by mountains and wildflowers and trees.
A walking bridge with trees in the background.

About Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

Stretching 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.

Things To Do

Available Activities

Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Biking
Mountain Biking
Road Biking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Junior Ranger Program
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Weather

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

Getting There

The trail travels over 330 miles through four states.

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Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail

The Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail can be visited in any season. It includes sections of walkable pathway, a Commemorative Motor Route, affiliated historic sites and museums, and wayside exhibits. Along the way it passes through four NPS areas, two National Forests, an Army Corps of Engineers Dam &Reservoir, plus several state and county parks.

Location

NC,SC,TN,VA

35.1404, -81.3770

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