Congaree Swamp National Monument, South Carolina   Congaree Swamp is technically not a swamp but there's plenty of water and tall trees. The splendid beauty of Congaree Swamp National Monument is there for you to like. Congaree Swamp National Monument is a popular destination for folks arriving from Hopkins. There is great outdoors recreation at Congaree Swamp National Monument, so you could have a good time while you're here. There are a lot of enjoyable endeavors for everyone to like. If you need a location to stay Columbia-Days Suites Garners Ferry is a good choice, and Sedgewood Country Club is a     tremendous golf course nearby. Congaree Swamp National Monument is a great spot for a journey when you have got to spend some time in the great outdoors. Throughout the months of summer at Congaree Swamp National Monument temperatures are ordinarily in the 90's while night lows are generally in the 60's. The winter brings highs down to the 50's, and night lows in the 20's for Congaree Swamp National Monument. Dry warm beds await you at Candlewood Suites COLUMBIA-FT. JACKSON; lots of folks from Hopkins come here. Congaree Swamp National Monument is a pretty spot that everyone loves. Candlewood Suites COLUMBIA-FT. JACKSON is a wonderful place to get some rest. After a long day outdoors Marina Inn at Grande Dunes is a magnificent spot to spend a night or two, and if you need a place to stay Fort Jackson Guest House is a       tremendous golf course nearby. Congaree Swamp National Monument is a great spot for a journey when you have got to spend some time in the great outdoors. Throughout the months of summer at Congaree Swamp National Monument temperatures are ordinarily in the 90's while night lows a true swamp. This remnant preserves, in a wilderness state, the largest intact tract of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the United States. The monument was authorized as a unit of the National Park Service on October 18, 1976. Three features give national significance: some of the tallest trees in the East with one of the highest canopies in the world, broad biodiversity, and old-growth forest. The monument is recognized as an International Biosphere Reserve, National Natural Landmark, Wilderness Area, and 'Globally Important Bird Area.'       CONTACTS Email - cosw_information@nps.gov Fax- 803-783-4241 Write to Congaree Swamp National Monument 100 National Park Road Hopkins, SC 29061-9118 Phone Visitor Information - 803-776-4396 TRAVEL BASICS Operating Hours, Seasons Operating hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily except for Christmas Day. Getting There PLANE - Columbia Airport - 30 miles away. CAR - Take exit #5 off I-77. Follow signs to entrance of monument (approximately 15 miles) PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Taxi, approximately 20 miles from Columbia. Weather & Climate Hot, humid summers & cool, mild winters. Pleasant Spring and Fall seasons. Accessibility 2.3 mile boardwalk loop trail is accessible to persons in wheel chairs. Ranger Station and restrooms are accessible to persons in wheel chairs. Getting Around Hiking on boardwalk and trails. Canoeing & kayaking on Cedar Creek. FEES/PERMITS Permits CAMPING PERMIT Free! for 14 Days Free camping permit can be picked up at Ranger Station. CAMPING Backcountry Camping Open All Year Camp in wilderness area of park 100 feet away from backcountry trails and water, 500 feet away from visitor center and boardwalk. Primitive camping-no facilities. Obtain free camping permit at Ranger Station. Bluff Campsite Open All Year Designated Group Camping area. Porta-Johns, fire rings, and picnic tables. Large enough for several large groups. Obtain free camping permit at Ranger Station. FACILITIES Ranger Stations HEADQUARTER'S BUILDING Open All Year 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Phone - 803-776-4396 Location - Monument is located 20 miles southeast of Columbia, South Carolina Closures - Christmas Day Special Programs - NatureFest in April, Owl Prowls in Spring & Fall, monthly guided canoe trips, Harry Hampton Memorial Walk in November, and spring nature walks. Exhibits - Few exhibits in Ranger Station. Available Facilities - Restrooms accessable by wheel-chairs. Boardwalk loop, 2.3 miles, accessible by wheelchair. Over 20 miles of marked hiking trails 18 miles of marked canoe trail (primitive conditions with numerous tree falls accross creek.) Picnic tables near Ranger Station. Visitor Centers HARRY HAMPTON VISITOR CENTER Open All Year 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Phone - (803) 776-4396 User input for Congaree Swamp National Monument, South Carolina: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Review Guidelines   Current weather conditions at Congaree Swamp National Monument, South Carolina Local climate location: WINNSBORO 22 miles away Find a Business in or near Congaree Swamp National Monument Business TypeOR Business Name   Coordinates: Latitude: 33.93 Longitude: -80.84 South Carolina Public Lands Complete list of all Public Lands in South Carolina Outdoors Recreation Near Columbia, South Carolina Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Columbia, South Carolina, the metro area neareast to Congaree Swamp National Monument. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more. 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