Firefly Viewing AreaRare synchronous fireflies flicker across the forest floor each MayTrailhead · Parking
Harry Hampton Visitor CenterStart here for trails, exhibits, maps, and real-time trail adviceVisitor Center · Trailhead
Swamp BoardwalkEasy boardwalk through old-growth swamp with a Weston Lake overlookTrailhead · Parking
Cedar Creek Canoe LaunchPrimary put-in for the maze-like Cedar Creek canoe trailPullout · Restroom
Weston Lake OverlookElevated boardwalk view over a rare open-water oxbow with wildlifeScenic Viewpoint
Bald Cypress Champion TreeA colossal bald cypress in a primeval floodplain forest
Weston LakeOpen-water wildlife lookout on the Boardwalk LoopScenic Viewpoint
Longleaf CampgroundRustic, walk-in tent camping on high ground near the boardwalkCampground · Restroom
EasyBoardwalk LoopFlat boardwalk through ancient floodplain forest and giant trees2.4 mi · 1.5 hr
EasyWeston Lake Loop TrailShaded loop skirting cypress sloughs and Cedar Creek’s lazy bends4.6 mi · 2 hr
ModerateOakridge TrailQuiet loop through Congaree’s old-growth ridges and sloughs6.6 mi · 3.5 hr
ModerateRiver TrailFlat, wild floodplain hike to the Congaree River’s sandbar.10 mi · 4 hr
ModerateKingsnake TrailQuiet, flat floodplain ramble to giant trees and blackwater sloughs.11.7 mi · 6 hr
EasyBates Ferry TrailShort, flat causeway to the Congaree River with history baked in.2.4 mi · 1 hr
EasyFork Swamp TrailShort loop along Bates Old River with big birding potential0.6 mi · 20 min
EasySims TrailFlat forest stroll to Wise Lake with wildlife and easy add ons3.2 mi · 1.5 hr
AlligatorReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM143 sightings
Wild BoarReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM220 sightings
Barred OwlReports peak in the evening, around 7 PM285 sightings
CottonmouthReports peak in the early evening, around 6 PM243 sightings
Wood StorkReports peak in the early morning, around 8 AM11 sightings
Great Blue HeronReports peak in the early morning, around 7 AM61 sightings
RaccoonReports peak in the evening, around 8 PM89 sightings
ArmadilloReports peak in the evening, around 7 PM28 sightingsUse GPS and other navigation aids on the Oakridge, Boggy Gut, and Kingsnake backcountry trails because they may be difficult to follow in some areas. - Boggy Gut also has numerous trees down due to recent storms, adding obstacles on the trail. - Carry a map and compass and use offline GPS navigation tools. Check current trail and park conditions before your trip.
Official details →Expect significant portages and carry-overs on Cedar Creek between Bannister’s Bridge and South Cedar Creek because trees are down across the creek. - Depending on water levels, be prepared to portage around logs and other obstacles; use caution because downed trees may conceal poison ivy, spiders, wasps, other stinging insects, and snakes. - Bring a PFD, whistle, weather-appropriate clothing, water, food, sunscreen, insect repellent, map, and compass; canoe-trail markers may not be visible depending on water levels. - Do not paddle when Cedar Creek is above its 8-foot flood stage: currents are highly unpredictable and the trail is hard to distinguish, especially for novice or inexperienced paddlers. Check current paddling conditions before setting out.
Official details →PARKWOLF TOUR GUIDE
