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.

Cherokee Ford Trail in Gaffney, SC

Hiking sections of the Overmountain Victory Trail is a favorite pastime.

A dirt trail winds along in a forest.

Sycamore Shoals in Elizabethton, TN

Living historians bring the Overmountain Victory Trail to life.

A large group of living historians stand in a river and fire muskets, with a cloud of smoke rising.

Alexander's Ford Trail at Bradley Nature Preserve

Great hiking adventure awaits on sections of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail.

A cut log is laying over a crevasse on a trail in the woods.

Hampton Creek Cove Trail at Yellow Mountain Gap

Hikers enjoy exploring sections of the Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail.

5 people are hiking along a trail surrounded by mountains and wildflowers and trees.

Yadkin River Greenway in Wilkesboro, NC

Hikers can enjoy walking over many bridges along the trail.

A walking bridge with trees in the background.