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Battery Thomson – Fort Moultrie Cannons loop from Mount Pleasant

Battery Thomson – Fort Moultrie Cannons loop from Mount Pleasant

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(8012)

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Battery Thomson – Fort Moultrie Cannons loop from Mount Pleasant

02:10

49.7km

40m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 10, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.91 km for 161 m

After 21.8 km for 187 m

After 33.0 km for 187 m

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8.35 km

Battery Thomson

Highlight • Historical Site

Battery Thomson Fort is an interesting historic artillery battery here on Sullivan's Island. It is one of three batteries stretching from Fort Moultrie to the eastern end of the Island. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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8.80 km

Charleston Light (Sullivan's Island Lighthouse)

Highlight • Monument

Charleston Light, or otherwise known as Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse, has guided mariners into the harbor since 1962. It is a very distinctive lighthouse with an unusual design. It is part of the United States Coast Guard Historic District that includes historic buildings dating back to 1894. It is still a working lighthouse but it is surrounded by a fence. However, members of the public are more than welcome to walk around the perimeter as the lighthouse is a favorite photo opportunity location.

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9.99 km

Sullivan Island’s Nature Trail

Highlight • Trail

10.8 km

Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Visitor Center

Highlight • Historical Site

The Fort Sumter & Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Visitor Center serves as a gateway to two significant Civil War sites in Charleston, South Carolina. Focused on preserving the region's history, the center provides an immersive experience into the events leading to the Civil War. Fort Sumter is particularly significant because it was where the first shots of the Civil War were fired on1861. The Visitor Center offers educational exhibits, artifacts, and guided tours, allowing visitors to explore the pivotal moments that shaped the nation's history during this tumultuous period.

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10.8 km

Fort Moultrie Cannons

Highlight • Historical Site

The Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park Visitor Center is a brilliant historical visit. Fort Moultrie comprises a series of citadels that were constructed with the purpose of protecting the city of Charleston. This famed and historical site offers a unique insight into the defensive strategies and architectural designs of the past.

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12.9 km

Sullivan's Island

Highlight • Settlement

Sullivan's Island, located off the South Carolina coast, is a barrier island with a layered history that extends beyond military events. Not only has it played a pivotal role in conflicts like the American Revolution and Civil War - Fort Sumter on the western tip of the island is where the first shots of the Civil War were fired - but it also holds profound significance in Black history. Serving as a major entry point during the transatlantic slave trade, the island witnessed the arrival of thousands of enslaved Africans throughout the 18th century. Amidst its scenic beauty, Sullivan's Island has a complex history, that visitors can learn more about when they visit.

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24.2 km

Morgan Creek Docks

Highlight • Lake

The Morgan Creek Docks is a saltwater "lake" surrounded by marsh and coast that ebbs and flows with the tides, as it is fed by the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. This is a very pretty spot on the unique Isle of Palms near Charleston.

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49.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.2 km

16.5 km

11.9 km

907 m

144 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.8 km

11.8 km

1.02 km

144 m

Elevation

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Battery Thomson – Fort Moultrie Cannons loop from Mount Pleasant

Battery Thomson

Charleston Light (Sullivan's Island Lighthouse)

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