Fort Mill

Fort Mill is a town in York County, South Carolina, spreading across gently rolling hills near the Catawba River. Tree-lined streets and traditional brick buildings shape the central district.

The settlement took its name from a colonial-era fort and a grist mill on Steele Creek. Official incorporation as a town occurred in 1873.

The Fort Mill History Museum displays artifacts and documents from the Catawba Native Americans through the textile manufacturing period of the region. Visitors can trace how daily life changed for residents across the centuries.

The town lies directly on Interstate 77, so Charlotte, North Carolina, is about 20 minutes north. Visitors can easily explore the central district on foot.

The Anne Springs Close Greenway covers 850 hectares (2,100 acres) of protected land with 64 kilometers (40 miles) of trails for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. This large recreational area sits within the growing urban region.

Location: York County

Inception: 1873

Elevation above the sea: 193 m

Website: http://fortmillsc.org

GPS coordinates: 35.00583,-80.94694

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:56