Rivers Bridge State Park

Rivers Bridge State Park is a Civil War battlefield site along the Salkahatchie River in South Carolina featuring earthen fortifications and interpretive trails. The 390-acre property preserves the grounds where fighting took place, allowing visitors to explore the defensive structures and walk the landscape.

The Battle of Rivers Bridge in February 1865 represented one of the final major Confederate stands against General Sherman's advance through South Carolina. This engagement marked a turning point in the campaign that shaped the war's conclusion in the region.

The park serves as South Carolina's sole state historic site dedicated to preserving and presenting the Civil War military heritage.

The park opens daily at 9 AM and stays open until sunset with no admission charge for general grounds access. Guided tours are available on Saturdays for visitors who want deeper insight into the battlefield events.

Many park visitors discover they have direct family connections to soldiers who fought in the 1865 battle here. These personal links to the past often transform visits into deeply meaningful experiences for descendants returning to this ground.

Location: South Carolina

Website: https://southcarolinaparks.com/rivers-bridge

GPS coordinates: 33.05610,-81.09590

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41