Fort Mill was established in 1873, and the area gets its name from its strategic location between two points of interest. A fort was established by the British military to protect the Catawba Tribe from attack. The second point was Webb's Mill, which gave the city its name. The arrival of Celtic settlers brought Europeans to the Fort Mill area. However, the Catawba Tribe gave land to Thomas and Elizabeth Spratt to spark the European settlement of what would become Fort Mill. This city was also the site of the final Confederate Cabinet meeting of the Civil War. Jefferson Davis and his fellow Confederate politicians met at the White Homestead on their flight from pursuing Union troops at the end of the war.
Fort Mill is a suburb of Charlotte, which is home to sports franchises from several of the major leagues. The city even has its own minor league baseball team, the PrimeTime Players. You can enjoy several attractions in the Fort Mill area, including the Carowinds theme park that crosses the North Carolina border into York County.
Exploring the Southeast from Fort Mill is a good option if you're hoping to take in national parks and other areas of interest. Congaree National Park in Columbia, South Carolina, is the only national park in the state. Heading into North Carolina will give you the chance to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park crosses the border into Tennessee close to Gatlinburg.
South Carolina Strawberry Festival - This festival takes place across Fort Mill every May and includes a car show, pancake breakfast, and live bands.
Sun City Food Truck Festival - Food trucks make their way to Fort Mill to showcase their skills in this annual event held in December.
New Year's Day Trail Gnome Run - This is a 10-mile run taking competitors from the Baxter Community Center.
Congaree National Park is 94 miles south of Fort Mill. The national park was fortuitously ignored by the lumber industry, allowing some of the tallest trees in the U.S. to grow along the banks of the river. The Congaree River is the main attraction, along with the UNESCO-protected area and the bird sanctuary. The Bureau of Land Management-controlled wilderness area allows camping.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located along the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. Fishing and boating opportunities are excellent at the park, which has over 2,000 miles of streams and rivers. The cities of Gatlinburg and Cherokee offer excellent RV camping opportunities outside the gates of the park.
When you're looking to travel further afield, Virginia is home to a multitude of national parks. Shenandoah National Park is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is home to Skyline Drive. The scenic Skyline Drive is an auto tour along the ridge of the mountains and takes in 100 miles of beautiful highway. Shenandoah National Park has several campgrounds within its borders plus several private campgrounds near the park gates.
Andrew Jackson State Park is named after the former president, the only one to be born in South Carolina, and it gives you the chance to enjoy several outdoor activities. Fishing and hiking are among the most popular for visitors arriving at this 360-acre state park.
King's Mountain State Park is close to three cities: Gaffney, Blacksburg, and Shelby. The park is one of the largest in the state, providing access to almost 7,000 acres of land. Fishing, swimming, and a living history walk make this a popular destination for travelers.
Chester State Park is one of the smallest state parks around. You can drive from Fort Mill to Chester in less than two hours and enjoy tubing and fishing. Chester State Park is a popular destination for locals and visitors in the warmer months of the year.
The city of Fort Mill is known for its intriguing Confederate Park, which has the only monument to enslaved people fighting on the Confederate side of the Civil War. Golf fans can enjoy two courses in one of the most impressive golf regions of the country. The Anne Springs Close Greenway is a wilderness area larger than New York's Central Park. At more than 2,000 acres, it's one of the most impressive attractions near Fort Mill.
RV Parks and campgrounds can be found throughout South Carolina and North Carolina. The Camping World Racing Resort is a popular option in an area that's known for its motor racing. The resort is located near Fort Mill at the Charlotte Motor Speedway and offers all the hookups RV drivers require. Near Concord, North Carolina, the Glenwood Acres RV Park is located near all the attractions and events in Fort Mill and Charlotte. Complimentary WiFi is available at its paved and grass lots. The Yates Family Campground is near Fort Mill and provides hot showers and free WiFi.
Motorhomes are divided into Class A, B, and C vehicles. On average expect to pay $185 per night for Class A, $149 per night for Class B and $179 per night for Class C. Towable RVs include 5th Wheel, Travel Trailers, Popups, and Toy Hauler. On average, in Fort Mill, SC, the 5th Wheel trailer starts at $70 per night. Pricing for the Travel Trailer begins at $60 per night, and the Popup Trailer starts at $65 per night.
Do you need to be a certain age to rent an RV in Fort Mill?Yes. The minimum age is 25 to be eligible to get an RV Rental in Fort Mill from RVshare.
Does RVshare have emergency roadside assistance?Yes. Every RV rental booked through RVshare receives 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.
Does RVshare offer one way RV rentals in Fort Mill?Yes. Prior to renting any RV, check with the owner since not all will offer this particular option.