Who are the Overmountain Men?

During the Revolutionary War, citizen soldiers from Virginia to Georgia known as the "Overmountain Men" teamed up to defeat British Major Patrick Ferguson at Kings Mountain, NC.

What is the Overmountain Victory Trail?

The trail follows the route the soldiers took to Kings Mountain.  The trail runs through many areas in the NC High Country.  How awesome to have Revolutionary War history in the region!

NC High Country Main Trail Points:

• Museum of North Carolina Minerals
  Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 331, Little Switzerland
  The museum has a display on the Overmountain men and the history of there treck through the region.  Every September the National Park Service hosts a celebration of the campaign at the Museum of Minerals complete with reenactments, candlelight tours and children's activities.
  
  
• Historic Orchard at Altapass
  Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 328
  The early game paths that become foot paths for traders where the same routes used by the Overmountain Men as they headed south to King's Mountain.  View historic markers and take a trail from the orchard.  History hayrides are offered on weekends if you call ahead!
  
  
• Fort Defiance
  1792 Fort Defiance Dr, Lenoir, NC 28645
  Fort Defiance, near Lenoir, is a historic home built by a Revolutionary War hero in 1792 that has been restored to its 18th and 19th century splendor. The house features over 300 pieces of original furnishings and historic artifacts. The five-acre property includes fine beech and hybrid chestnut trees, a 200-year old boxwood garden, and a family cemetery. Visitors can take guided tours and have a picnic on the grounds.
  Hours of Operation:
  April–Oct: Thurs–Sat, 10-5 and Sun 1–5
  Nov–March: Sat–Sun, 12–4
  
  
• Kerr Scott Reservoir Visitor Center
  499 Reservoir Rd, Wilkesboro, NC 28697
  Take an easy 5.7 mile (one way) hike down a section of the trail starting at the visitor center parking lot.
  
  
• Wilkes Heritage Museum
  100 East Main Street, Wilkesboro
  Learn about the Overmountain Men in an exhibit at the museum.