Available Resources and Facilities
VisitorCenter:
Museum contains a 3-pounder cannon, other weapons of the Revolutionary War period, and exhibits.
“Cowpens: A Battle Remembered” is a laser disk presentation show hourly in the museum. The 18 minute show was filmed during the 225th anniversary of the battle and depicts the events of the battle.
Fiber-optic Map Display illustrates the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution and the battle tactics employed by Daniel Morgan at Cowpens. (13 minutes)
Sales Outlet operated by Eastern National offers books, posters, postcards, slides, and theme-related souvenirs for purchase.
Battlefield Trail:
The partially paved 1.2 mile trail includes wayside exhibits, the 1856 Washington Light Infantry Monument and the historic Green River Road that was the centerline of the battle. (45 minutes)
Auto Loop Road:
The 3.8 mile 1-way road travels the perimeter of the battlefield and includes wayside exhibits, parking areas with short trails to the Green River Road, the ©1828 Robert Scruggs Log House, and access to the picnic area.
Picnic Area:
Located 1 1/2 miles down the tour road, the area provided picnic tables, grills, and restroom facilities. A covered picnic shelter is available to groups through a special use permit for a small fee.
Contact the staff at the Visitor Center
for information on the permit.
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