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Congaree National Park

This protected forest is home to dozens of national and state champion trees, some standing over 150 feet tall and nearly 300 years old. Beneath their canopy thrives a remarkable array of wildlife and plant life, earning Congaree international recognition as both a Biosphere Reserve and Globally Important Bird Area.

Congaree National Park’s Boardwalk Loop Trail

Explore the Untamed Beauty of Congaree National Park

From the 2.4-mile Boardwalk Loop Trail to miles of hiking and canoe paths, this natural gem just south of Columbia invites you to explore on foot or by water.