Cowpens National Battlefield

Cowpens National Battlefield commemorates a decisive battle that helped turn the tide of war in the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution. On this field on January 17, 1781, Daniel Morgan led his army of tough Continentals, militia, and cavalry to a brilliant victory over Banastre Tarleton's force of British regulars. The battle at the "Cow Pens," one of only a few successful double envelopments in history, is recognized by historians as one of the most important of the American Revolution.

Plane - Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, Greer, SC Douglas International Airport, Charlotte, NC Rental cars are available at both airports.

Car - From I-85 northbound, take exit 78. Turn left, toward Chesnee on Hwy 221. At the intersection fo Hwys. 221 and 11 in Chesnee, turn right. The park is about 3 miles on the right. From I-85 southbound, take exit 92 at Gaffney, west toward Chesnee on Hwy 11. The park is about 10 miles on the left. From I-26 eastbound, take exit 5, east toward Chesnee on Hwy 11. The park is about 20 miles on the right. From I-26 westbound, take I-85 North, and follow the directions above.

Public Transportation - None available