• Congaree Swamp National Monument
  Congaree Swamp National Monument preserves the largest intact tract of old-growth floodplain forest in North America. To walk here is to walk among ancient giant trees of record size. A storehouse of natural diversity, the forest encompasses hundreds of species of plants and animals. It is a designated International Biosphere Reserve. Located in South Carolina.
  
  
• Cowpens National Battlefield
  Cowpens National Battlefield commemorates a decisive battle that helped turn the tide of war in the South. 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. Located three miles east of Chesnee, South Carolina.
  
  
• Fort Moultrie National Monument
  Fort Moultrie's history covers 171 years of seacoast defense, including the first decisive victory in the American Revolution and firing onto Fort Sumter during the first battle of the Civil War. The third Fort Moultrie, built in 1809, stands today. By touring the fort, visitors can see how coastal defenses have evolved. Located at Sullivan's Island, South Carolina.
  
  
• Fort Sumter National Monument
  The first engagement of the Civil War took place at Fort Sumter on April 12 and 13, 1861. After 34 hours of fighting, the Union surrendered the fort to the Confederates. From 1863 to 1865, the Confederates at Fort Sumter withstood a 22 month siege by Union forces. During this time, most of the fort was reduced to brick rubble. Located at Sullivan's Island, South Carolina.
  
  
• Kings Mountain National Miltary Park
  Kings Mountain National Military Park commemorates a pivotal and significant victory by American Patriots over American Loyalists during the Southern Campaign of the Revolutionary War. The battle fought on October 7, 1780 destroyed the left wing of Cornwallis' army and effectively ended Loyalist ascendance in the Carolinas. Located at Blacksburg, South Carolina.
  
  
• Ninety Six National Historic Site
  The Ninety Six National Historic Site is an area of unique historical significance. The unusual name was given by early traders in the 1700's because they mistakenly believed it was the estimated number of miles to the Cherokee village of Keowee in the upper South Carolina foothills.
  
  
• South Carolina - Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
  The historic site was established to interpret Charles Pinckney's role in the development of the United States Constitution; his plantation, Snee Farm; and the transition of the United States from a group of colonies to a young nation. Interpretive exhibits, located in a house built circa 1828 but which is not Pinckney related, highlight these areas as well as the influences of African-Americans in the development of Snee Farm. Located at Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
  
  
• South Carolina State Parks
  A guide to the state parks of South Carolina.
  
  

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