CHRISTMAS ON THE FARM TRADE SHOW AT KINGS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Come join us at the Living History Farm for a fun holiday event! Get your photo taken with Santa in the Homeplace, enjoy hot chocolate and roast s’mores by the fire. Continue your Christmas shopping from the merchants and craftsmen selling their handcrafted products at the Holiday Market around the Farm. Bring the family out to kick off the Holiday season right at Kings Mountain State Park from 10am-2pm on December 13th, 2025.
This event is free with daily park admission or an annual park passport. Overflow parking will be available. Follow our event signs posted around the park for directions. For questions, email the park at kmountainsp@scprt.com
Date & Time: December 13, 2025, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Where: The Living History Farm at Kings Mountain State Park
What to Bring: Bring cash to pay admission when parking and to buy hand-crafted items from the market. Have your phone or camera on hand for photos with Santa!
Price: Event is free with paid daily park admission or an annual park passport.
FIRST DAY HIKE– RIDGELINE TRAIL FROM KINGS MOUNTAIN TO CROWDERS MOUNTAIN
Happy New Year! Let’s start your New Year’s resolution out on the right foot and hit a state park trail. Join us for a ranger-led hike from CCC Bathhouse Trail-head of Kings Mountain State Park to the Boulders Access Area of Crowders Mountain State Park. This will be a moderate 5.6 mile hike. The recommended age is 10+. Be sure to bring water, binoculars, insect repellent, hiking shoes, and a camera if you desire. Make sure to dress for the weather! Shuttle service will be provided between parks. We will cancel the hike in the event of rain or other inclement weather. Call the park office at (803)222-3209 before you leave if the weather is questionable.
Date & Time: January 1, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Meeting Place: CCC Bathhouse Trailhead on Lake Crawford at Kings Mountain State Park. A shuttle will be provided to drive you back to Crowders Mountain.
What to Bring: Water, a snack and comfortable walking/hiking shoes, and hiking poles. Sturdy-soled shoes are recommended as the trail is not paved and rocky in areas.
Price: Hike is free with paid park admission or annual passport
NEW YEARS DAY RIDE HOSTED BY THE FRIENDS OF KINGS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Date & Time: January 1, 2026– RIDE OUT TIME FOR GROUP RIDE 10:00
Meeting Place: Equine Parking Lot on Apple Road in Kings Mountain State Park
Price: Entrance is free with paid park admission or annual passport–join the Friends of Kings Mountain State Park to receive a Volunteer Pass for 2026!
Start the new year on the trails with us! Enjoy a relaxing ride with fellow equestrians as we kick off 2026 at beautiful Kings Mountain State Park!
Coffee & Morning Refreshments Provided
Come early, warm up, and catch up with friends before we head out.
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Fundraiser Merchandise
Support the Friends Group and take home some great gear– Kings Mountain Trail Rider!
Long-Sleeve T-Shirts — $25
Hoodie Sweatshirts — $35
Cash or check only, please.
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2026 Memberships
Renew or join for the new year!
$25 Individual Membership — Includes a Volunteer Park Pass for 2026!
Please visit our website at www.fkmsp.com for more information about our organization! Friends of Kings Mountain State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity! Your contributions directly fund projects that enhance the park, and all donations are tax-deductible!!
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We can’t wait to ring in the new year with you and your horses! 
