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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.
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Canoe Trips
There's no better way to see the park than by canoe, and Congaree National Park offers FREE ranger guided canoe tours every other Sunday. Click here for more information.
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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.
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Write to
Superintendent
100 National Park Road
Hopkins, SC 29061
E-mail Us
Phone
Visitor Information
(803) 776-4396 ext. 0
Superintendent
(803) 776-4396 ext. 24
Fax
(803) 783-4241
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Climate
Cool in the winter, hot in the summer, and moderate in the spring and fall.
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Did You Know?
The Harry Hampton Visitor Center is the first national park visitor center built in partnership with Army and Air Force National Guard civil engineering units, the South Carolina Richland County Delegation, Richland County and Columbia’s River Alliance.
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Last Updated: April 28, 2008 at 17:02 EST |
