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Home of Champions!

Welcome to the largest remnant of old-growth floodplain forest remaining on the continent! Experience national and state champion trees, towering to record size amidst astonishing biodiversity. Walk, paddle or just relax within this dynamic floodplain ecosystem. Beauty and tranquility reign supreme in the midst of this natural treasure.
 
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Things to Do

Congaree National Park houses a museum quality exhibit area within the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, a 2.4 mile boardwalk loop trail, over 20 miles of backwoods hiking trails, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and more. Click here for more information.
 
Canoe Trips

Canoe Tours

There's no better way to see the park than by canoe, and Congaree National Park offers FREE ranger guided canoe tours most Saturdays and Sundays. Click here for more information.
 
Research in the park.

Research and Education

As a designated Wilderness area, International Biosphere Reserve, Globally Important Bird Area, and the largest intact tract of old-growth floodplain forest in North America, Congaree National Park is home to a variety of ongoing research and education projects.
 
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Walks and Talks

Congaree National Park offers guided walks, talks and presentations throughout the year.  All are free of charge.  Click here for more information.

 

Write to

Superintendent
100 National Park Road
Hopkins, SC 29061

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Phone

Visitor Information
(803) 776-4396 ext. 0

Superintendent
(803) 647-3971

Fax

(803) 783-4241

Climate

Cool in the winter, hot in the summer, and moderate in the spring and fall. 
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Did You Know?
Congaree National Park has the largest Loblolly Pine in the United States. It is as tall as a 16 story building.

Last Updated: April 22, 2009 at 14:33 EST