11.7 miles of interesting walking through multiple ecosystems and substantial American history. Visit http://www.nps.gov/cosw/index.htm for details. Call the park directly for current trail conditions before you visit. Every once in a while, the Congaree River floods it's banks, making a hike on most of the Kingsnake Trail impossible. (803) 776-4396 ext. 0 <br />
Pick up a free park trail guide at the visitor center before you start walking. There are many combinations of trails that can be enjoyed. The Kingsnake Trail is basically an out-and-back, but using those combinations can give you a more diversified outing.<br />
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Be sure to ask the rangers about the Friends of Congaree Swamp. This is a non-profit organization that helps protect and promote Congaree National Park and it's unique environment. More info here: http://www.friendsofcongaree.org
From Interstate 77, Exit 5:<br /><br /><br /><br />At Exit 5 turn off onto SC Hwy 48 East (Bluff Road), and travel southeast approximately fourteen miles toward Gadsden and turn right onto Mt. View Road. Follow Mt. View Road for 0.8 miles and then turn right onto Old Bluff Road and travel 0.6 miles. Turn left at the park entrance sign and proceed one mile to the Harry Hampton Visitor Center.
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