Moores Creek National Battlefield is a national battlefield run by the National Park Service in North Carolina.
In the park service’s words
In the early morning hours of February 27, 1776, Loyalist forces charged across a partially dismantled Moores Creek Bridge. Beyond the bridge, nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots waited quietly with cannons and muskets poised to fire. This battle marked the last broadsword charge by Scottish Highlanders and the first significant victory for the Patriots in the American Revolution.
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Fees and hours
Entrance fee: No entrance fee.
Hours: Mon Closed; Tue 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Wed 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Thu 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Sat 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Sun Closed. The Visitor Center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This includes access to exhibits, the park's 10-minute film, "In the Most Furious Manner", the gift shop and America the Beautiful passes. The visitor center is closed on all Federal Holidays except Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veteran's Day. The Visitor Center Phone Number is 910-283-5591.
Getting there
Moores Creek National Battlefield is located 20 miles NW of Wilmington, North Carolina. · From Highway 17, follow US 421 to NC 210, then West on NC 210 · From Interstate 40, take exit 408 (NC 210) West at Rocky Point. · From Interstate 95 North, take exit 13-A for NC 74 East towards Wilmington. · From Interstate 95 South: take exit 81-B for I-40 East towards Wilmington. · From Fayetteville, North Carolina, take Interstate 95 South to Exit 13-A Questions please call us as 910-283-5591 x2234
| Airport | City | Drive to the park | Straight-line miles | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington International Airport (ILM) | Wilmington, NC | No road route | 17 | Regional |
| Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) | Richlands, NC | No road route | 38 | Regional |
| Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field (FAY) | Fayetteville, NC | No road route | 57 | Regional |
| Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) | Myrtle Beach, SC | No road route | 71 | Large hub |
Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.
Miles are straight-line distances.
Visitor centers
- Visitor Center: Mon Closed; Tue 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Wed 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Thu 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Sat 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Sun Closed. This is the Hours of Operation for the Visitor Center at Moores Creek National Battlefield.
Weather
Currie, North Carolina has mild Winters and moderate to hot Summers with varying humidity.
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Know before you go
Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.
Nearby
The nearest national park is Congaree, about 160 miles away in a straight line.
Sources
Last checked 1 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an entrance fee at Moores Creek National Battlefield?
No entrance fee.
Where is Moores Creek National Battlefield?
In North Carolina. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Wilmington International Airport, about 17 miles away.
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