45-60 MinutesFee applies
Green River Road on the OVNHT
Cowpens National Battlefield
Exploring the Green River Road (Hiking, Equestrian)
One of the certified segments of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail is the "Historic Green River Road" located within Cowpens National Battlefield in Gaffney, South Carolina. This trail was used by patriot militia on October 6, 1780 during their pursuit of British Major Patrick Ferguson and was the last large gathering and rest before the Battle of Kings Mountain on October 7, 1780. This level gravel hiking trail is a "there-and-back" hike approximately 1.8 miles long and begins at a "Trailhead Parking" area located on Highway 11 one mile away from the main entrance gate to Cowpens National Battlefield. The trail can also be accessed from the Cowpens National Battlefield Visitor Center at 4001 Chesnee Highway, Gaffney, South Carolina 29341.
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Front-Country HikingAmerican RevolutionAnimalsBirdsFoothills, Plains and ValleysForests and WoodlandsMeadowsMilitaryBattlefieldsInfantry and MilitiaUS ArmyMonuments and MemorialsNatural SoundsTrailsRoads, Routes and HighwaysWars and ConflictsAmerican Revolutionary War
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Details
Duration
45-60 Minutes
Duration Details
The 1.8 mile trail features interpretive signs describing the American Revolutionary War history of the site as well as later features such as a restored 1820s log cabin.
Fees
There is no fee associated with this location.
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
The "Historic Green River Road" trail is a 1.8 mile wide gravel road. There are short paved sidewalks to access the trail from the Trailhead Parking Area, and to divert off the trail to the Cowpens National Battlefield Visitor Center. The trail features a firm grassy shoulder in addition to the pea gravel.
Pets
Yes — All animals must be under physical restraint of their owner at all times and cleaned up after, including dogs and horses.
Reservations
No — No reservations are needed to access the trail.
Age Info
All ages, but minors must be with an adult parent or guardian.
Location
Trailhead Parking Area for Historic Green River Road