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Rivers Bridge State Park, Ehrhardt, SC

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Rivers Bridge State Park

A Civil War battlefield park in Bamberg County where visitors can walk preserved trails and see old fortifications.

325 State Park Rd, Ehrhardt, SC 29081 · Ehrhardt, SC

About Rivers Bridge State Park

This South Carolina state park preserves ground where Confederate forces tried to slow General William T. Sherman's march across the state during his advance from Savannah. Over two days of fighting, Sherman's troops flanked the Confederate line and pushed it to retreat. Visitors can follow a short guided trail with interpretive panels, tour earthen fortifications that remain intact, and join ranger-led programs held through the year. The park also includes hiking trails, historic cemeteries, and picnic and rental facilities along the Salkahatchie River.

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