2014 York County Profile Sheet

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Photo: Historic Brattonsville

Highlights of York County Clover • Fort Mill • Rock Hill • York

Catawba Indian Nation

Kings Mountain National Military Park

Carowinds

Glencairn Garden

Rock Hill York County, SC Contact the Rock Hill / York County CVB at (888) 702-1320 for a complete set of Group Tour itineraries.


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Catawba Indian Reservation • (803) 328-2427 • catawbaindian.net The Ye Iswa, or “People of the River,” invite you to experience a modern day Native American culture. On site is a reconstructed bark house, an archeological site, historic exhibits, archives center, a picnic area, a breathtaking view of the Catawba River and a gift shop where you can purchase the celebrated Catawba pottery.

Historic Brattonsville • (803) 684-2327 • chmuseums.org

This 778-acre site served as an historic backdrop for the Revolutionary War film, The Patriot, starring Mel Gibson. Enjoy living history programs every Saturday featuring costumed interpreters. Special events are offered throughout the year. The scenic Walt Schrader Trails provide 8 miles of hiking and biking.

Kings Mountain National Military Park • (864) 936-7921 • nps.gov/kimo The place that changed the course of history for South Carolina and the US. The park preserves the battlefield site in a natural setting evocative of the Carolina frontier of 1780, commemorating one of the most important Patriot victories of the American Revolution.

Nature Anne Springs Close Greenway • (803) 548-7252 • ascgreenway.org This 2,100-acre nature preserve has 40 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Groups are welcome for environmental education explorations, guided nature hikes or historical tours, including a replica grist mill modeled after the historic Garrison-Webb Grist Mill and two historic cabins.

Glencairn Garden • (803) 329-5620 • rockhillrocks.com The award-winning 11-acre garden includes a Children’s Garden, Veterans Garden, showcase gardens, tiered fountains, ponds, boardwalks and beautiful flower-filled walkways. See azaleas, dogwoods, wisteria, crape myrtles, camellias, annuals and more.

Museum of York County • (803) 329-2121 • chmuseums.org Explore the Naturalist Center, offering diverse natural history specimens, and an exhibit of over 200 mounted African animals and artifacts. Visit the gallery devoted to the Snap! Crackle! Pop! character creator, Vernon Grant, and then explore space in the digital, full-dome Settlemyre Planetarium.

Arts & Entertainment Carowinds • (803) 548-5300 • carowinds.com A 398-acre thrill park featuring over 50 rides, shows and attractions, including 13 world-class roller coasters and a 20-acre water park. Witness Dinosaurs Alive! 32 roaring, moving, life-sized dinosaurs that will take you back to prehistoric times.

NarroWay Productions • (803) 802-2300 • narroway.net Interactive performances are NarroWay's trademarks. Enjoy a dinner theatre with epic biblical productions, mystery theatre, theatre tours, field trips and spectacular holiday shows.

Sports & Recreation Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour • (803) 327-6932 • canaanzipline.com Zip through 100 year-old trees on a network of cables and sky-bridges suspended high above the forest floor, criss-crossing the beautiful Catawba River. Friendly and experienced guides will give you a safety orientation before you have your thrilling experience!

Kings Mountain State Park • (866) 345-PARK • southcarolinaparks.com This 6,883-acre park is adjacent to Kings Mountain National Military Park and has 2 lakes with fishing and pedal boat/canoe rental, 35 miles of hiking and equestrian trails, a 19th Century living history farm, 115 campsites, 15 equestrian campsites, and 10 rustic tent sites. Rustic cabins are available for groups.

Funded by York Co. Hospitality Tax

Contact the Rock Hill / York County CVB at (888) 702-1320


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