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Congaree National Park
Camping

camping includes:

Regulations
 

After Hours Campground
Open All Year

This primitive campground has porta-johns, fire rings with grills, and picnic tables. There are 7 sites. Each site is limited to 8 campers. Please obtain a free camping permit and a list of regulations at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center prior to camping.

Backcountry Camping
Open All Year

Camp in the wilderness of Congaree by hiking or canoeing. Please camp at least 200 feet away from backcountry trails and water and 500 feet away from park buildings and the boardwalk (see camping regulations). Camping is primitive with no facilities. Obtain a free camping permit and a list of regulations at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center.

Bluff Campsite
Open All Year

Designated group camping area. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables. There are 3 sites that can accomodate up to 40 campers. Camping is primitive with no facilities. Obtain a free camping permit and a list of regulations at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center.



Visit the Maps and Brochures page to download the Camping Map and Guide.
Spanish Moss  

Did You Know?
Many trees in the park have Spanish moss growing on them. Spanish moss absorbs water and food from the air and is in the same family as the pineapple.

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Last Updated: March 01, 2009 at 10:42 EST