Congaree River in Congaree National Park

Congaree River

The 47-mile-long river flows from Columbia through Congaree National Park.

Plan Around Congaree River

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Congaree River Details

The short but wide Congaree River begins its southerly flow in Columbia and makes it way through Congaree National Park before blending in with the Wateree River; the park is about half-way down the river. Though popular with paddlers, don't be surprised if you meet up with barge traffic during high water flows.

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Nearby Parks Around Congaree River

Compare nearby parks around Congaree River when deciding whether to expand the route after this stop.

3.0 mi away

Congaree

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Great Smoky

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376.0 mi away

Mammoth Cave

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380.2 mi away

Shenandoah

National Park · VA

516.8 mi away

Cuyahoga

National Park · OH

577.0 mi away

Biscayne

National Park · FL

Nearby Points of Interest Around Congaree River

Use nearby POIs to quickly expand your options beyond Congaree River while the map context is still fresh.

0.6 mi away

Congaree River Blue Trail

Take two to three days to paddle this 50-mile trail from Columbia through Congaree National Park.

1.9 mi away

River Trail (#5)

Make your way to the Congaree River when you hike the River Trail (#5).

2.6 mi away

Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3)

Birders will find the Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3) of particular interest.

2.7 mi away

Bannister's Bridge to Cedar Creek Landing

This 6.2-mile paddle makes for a terrific day trip.

2.8 mi away

Sims Trail (#2)

Cross the boardwalk twice on this easy loop trail.