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Ninety Six National Historic Site

InformationJul 24, 2026

Trail update 7/25/26

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A cannon is in the left foreground with the Maham rifle tower in the distance.

Cannon and Maham Tower

Photo: NPS photo

About

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.

Activities

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Kayaking
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Junior Ranger Program
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store

Directions

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

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Weather

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

News

Ninety Six National Historic Site Announces Installation of New Interpretive Wayside in Partnership with Friends Group
Jul 31, 2026

Ninety Six National Historic Site Announces Installation of New Interpretive Wayside in Partnership with Friends Group

Ninety Six National Historic Site installed a new interpretive wayside exhibit for visitors to experience the Star Fort as it may have appeared during the siege of 1781. Through this outdoor interpretive display, visitors can observe an artistic rendering of the Star Fort, etched in glass and positioned along the Battlefield Trail. The glass panel is set in front of the preserved Star Fort earthworks, allowing visitors to see the historic fort image superimposed on the modern landscape.

Ninety Six National Historic Site Announces Reopening of Museum Featuring New Exhibits
Jun 23, 2026

Ninety Six National Historic Site Announces Reopening of Museum Featuring New Exhibits

Ninety Six National Historic Site announces the official museum reopening featuring new exhibits that highlight the park's natural, cultural and historical significance.