Congaree Swamp National Monument, South Carolina

 Congaree Swamp is technically not a swamp but there's plenty of water and tall trees. Congaree Swamp National Monument is a charming place that everyone likes. Summertime highs at Congaree Swamp National Monument frequently tend to be in the 90's, and all through the night it cools down to the 60's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 50's while Congaree Swamp National Monument nighttime low temperatures all through the winter are in the 20's. If you need a spot to stay Red Roof Inn Columbia East is a nice choice, naturally you could also
    stop by Morrells Pond while you're here; it's not far at all. Congaree Swamp National Monument has charming nature scenery for you to take pleasure in.
If you're a golfer then a splendid nearby course is Sedgewood Country Club, and unsurprisingly, this is a pleasant area for
people who like lakes, Harmons Pond is a lake in the vicinity. If you're stopping by Congaree Swamp National Monument from Hopkins, you won't be the only one. Lakes are delightful; Youngs Pond is a lake that's next to Congaree Swamp National Monument. At Congaree Swamp National Monument you find a heap of outdoors recreation that you can use.
Congaree Swamp National Monument is a common place to spend time for people from Hopkins. The high level of rainfall makes Congaree Swamp National Monument a pretty wet place; the month with most of the rain
 
    stop by Morrells Pond while you're here; it's not far at all. Congaree Swamp National Monument has charming nature scenery for you to take pleasure in.
If you're a golfer then a splendid nearby course is Sedgewood Country Club, and unsurprisingly, this is a pleasant area for
spend some time in the fresh air. If you need a site to stay Comfort Inn & Suites Ft.Jackson Maingate is a nice choice, and a lake close by is Jordans Pond.
Yeah, come here to Congaree Swamp National Monument for a delightful time. Candlewood Suites COLUMBIA-FT. JACKSON is a brilliant spot to get some rest, and perhaps you're looking for nearby lakes? Sure, Reveres Pond is just a very short distance away. Fun endeavors are bountiful; there's always something for everyone.

The monument rests on a floodplain of the Congaree River and is not

 
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


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Red Roof Inn Columbia East, Columbia
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7.2 miles away
Candlewood Suites COLUMBIA-FT. JACKSON, Columbia
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7.7 miles away
Candlewood Suites COLUMBIA-FT. JACKSON, Columbia
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7.7 miles away
Days Inn and Suites Columbia, Columbia
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7.9 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites Ft.Jackson Maingate, Columbia
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7.9 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites COLUMBIA-FORT JACKSON, Columbia
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7.9 miles away
La Quinta Inn MainGate Fort Jackson, Columbia
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7.9 miles away
Holiday Inn Express COLUMBIA-FT. JACKSON, Columbia
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8.1 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Columbia, Columbia
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8.1 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites Ft. Jackson Maingate, Columbia
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8.1 miles away
* Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.

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