Weston Lake
The arc-shaped lake is the centerpiece of the Weston Lake Loop (#3) trails.
Plan Around Weston Lake
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Use this detail page to confirm that the stop is worth it, then carry that decision into a trip draft while the park context is still fresh.
Weston Lake Details
What was long-ago a channel of the Congaree River, Weston Lake is now a pretty arc-shaped lake that is the centerpiece of the Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3). Though it may be appealing, fishing is not permitted on Weston Lake, so look but don't touch.
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Nearby Parks Around Weston Lake
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Weston Lake
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0.2 mi away
Sims Trail (#2)
Cross the boardwalk twice on this easy loop trail.
0.5 mi away
Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3)
Birders will find the Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3) of particular interest.
0.7 mi away
Congaree National Park
Wet, wild, and awe-inspiring, Congaree National Park preserves 22,200 acres of southern bottomland forest just outside of Columbia, S.C. - the largest tract of old-growth hardwoods in North America.
0.7 mi away
Big Tree Hike
The park ranger-led Big Tree Hike is offered monthly (seasonally) at Congaree National Park.
0.7 mi away
Harry Hampton Visitor Center
Stop by the visitor center for a quick introduction to Congaree National Park before venturing into the park.
