Congaree National Park
Congaree National Park protects one of the tallest contiguous bottomland hardwood forests in the U.S., flowing along the Congaree River and offering accessible boardwalks and wildriver trails.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | American South |
| Subregion | Southeastern United States |
| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Lexington County |
| Timezone | AmericaNew York |
| Latitude | 33.7917 |
| Longitude | -80.7834 |
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2:59 PM LOCAL TIMECongaree National Park sits in a broad floodplain where the Congaree River and its tributaries carve a wet, wooded landscape. The park’s highlight is the Snag Tent and Boardwalk Loop, which provide safe, wheelchair-accessible ways to experience towering Liriodendron tulipifera (tulip poplar), swamp cypresses, and dense undergrowth. Beyond the boards, visitors can explore Hanna/Bull Sluice and River Trail, which follow quieter pathways through floodplain flats and seasonal wetlands. The park is a key refuge for migratory fish, Acer saccharum (sugar maple), Peromyscus leucopus (white-footed mouse), and nocturnal animals like Nycticeius humeralis (eastern bat). Expect hot, humid summers and mild winters; fall and spring often bring the best wildlife viewing and fewer crowds. — Use the park’s network of unpaved roads, primitive trails, and boat ramps to tailor your visit to favors like paddling, trail running, or dawn birdwatching.
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