Congaree National Park Walking Tour
About The Tour
Discover the beauty and history of Congaree National Park on a self-guided walk along the 2.4-mile Boardwalk Loop Trail, where towering trees, diverse wildlife, and centuries of natural and cultural stories come together in one unforgettable forest adventure. Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Visit the Harry R.E. Hampton Visitor Center for maps, exhibits, and park info.
• Walk the Boardwalk Loop Trail to see giant trees and swamp wildlife.
• Hike Sims Trail for a peaceful forest walk with great birdwatching.
• Relax by Weston Lake and watch turtles and fish in the calm water.
Please note: the West Side of the Boardwalk is closed for construction in 2026. (Tracks 1-10) Until then, the tour can be taken in reverse order, or a shortcut can be taken in through the Sims Trail to listen to tracks 1-10.
Sample Tour Audio
Bald Cypress Trees and Congarees
The Logging Era
Slavery at Congaree
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caitmmcd | 3 days ago | iOSIs Congaree National Park a swamp?
No, Congaree National Park is not a swamp, though it may look like one in some areas. It is a floodplain forest, meaning it floods seasonally but supports large hardwood trees, not swamp plants. The park is known for its towering trees and rich bi...
Show MoreIs Congaree National Park a swamp?
No, Congaree National Park is not a swamp, though it may look like one in some areas. It is a floodplain forest, meaning it floods seasonally but supports large hardwood trees, not swamp plants. The park is known for its towering trees and rich biodiversity.
How bad are the mosquitoes at Congaree National Park?
Mosquitoes at Congaree can be very bad from mid‑spring through mid‑fall, especially after rain or flooding. The park even has a “Mosquito Meter” because the conditions often support heavy mosquito activity.
Show MoreHow bad are the mosquitoes at Congaree National Park?
Mosquitoes at Congaree can be very bad from mid‑spring through mid‑fall, especially after rain or flooding. The park even has a “Mosquito Meter” because the conditions often support heavy mosquito activity.
What unique things does Congaree National Park feature?
Congaree National Park is full of hidden gems. It’s home to the largest remaining stretch of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the southeastern United States. Some of its loblolly pines, bald cypress, and sweetgum trees are over 150 fee...
Show MoreWhat unique things does Congaree National Park feature?
Congaree National Park is full of hidden gems. It’s home to the largest remaining stretch of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the southeastern United States.
Some of its loblolly pines, bald cypress, and sweetgum trees are over 150 feet tall, forming one of the highest temperate forest canopies in the world!
And every spring, visitors can witness the synchronous firefly display, where thousands of fireflies light up the forest in rhythm — a rare phenomenon seen in only a few places on Earth.
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- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
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