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Congaree National Parkcanoers paddling under a large fallen tree
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Congaree National Park
Things To Do
Canoeing on Cedar Creek

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Canoeing on Cedar Creek

Congaree National Park provides a sanctuary for plants and animals, a research site for scientists, and a place for you to walk and relax in a tranquil wilderness setting amidst giant hardwoods and towering pines. 

Activities at Congaree National Park include hiking, primitive camping, bird watching, picnicing, canoeing & kayaking, Ranger guided interpretive walks and canoe tours, nature study, and environmental education programs. Click on one of the links above to learn more!

Congaree National Park is home to several  

Did You Know?
In North America, only the conifer forests of the Western U.S. coastal region are substantially taller. East of the Mississippi, just a few patches of white pine and some cove forests in Great Smoky Mountains NP are taller. When compared to all of the world's forests, Congaree is among the tallest.

Last Updated: August 09, 2006 at 09:18 EST