Rivers Bridge State Historic Site marks the site of one of the Confederacy’s last stands against General William T. Sherman’s sweep across the South. Of all the Civil War Sites in South Carolina, the Battle of Rivers Bridge is the only one in the State Parks system that is home to a preserved battlefield.
A ¾-mile guided trail details the Battle of Rivers Bridge by way of interpretive panels along the trail. Ranger-guided tours of one of the most well-preservedCivil War sites in South Carolina, which includes still-intact earthen fortifications, are also given throughout the year.
HOURS AND ADMISSION
Admission : Free admission
Days and Hours of Operation : 9am-6pm, daily
Office Hours : 11am-noon, daily
Tours : Prearranged guided tours are available at $4/adult and $2/child ages 6-16. Monthly living history programs, held on the first Saturday of each month are $5/adult and $3/child ages 6-16. These are scheduled at 10am, on the first Saturday of June-Oct. and 2pm Nov-May. Visitors may take a self-guided tour by reading the waysides stationed throughout the park at no charge.
PETS
Pets : Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet.
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