• Harry Hampton Visitor Center - At Congaree National Park’s Harry Hampton Visitor Center, visitors can engage with rangers, obtain maps, and organize their excursions.

Inside, explore interactive displays and a brief film that vividly portrays the park’s wildlife and history. Additionally, there is a small bookstore, gift shop, restrooms, and complimentary WiFi.

Don’t miss the renowned “Mosquito Meter,” which indicates the current mosquito activity in the park!

• Boardwalk Loop Trail - This is the location of the walking tour. It offers a leisurely 2.4-mile stroll beginning just behind the visitor center.

The smooth, accessible trail meanders through majestic cypress and tupelo trees, allowing a close view of the park’s stunning old-growth forest without muddying your shoes.

Along the route, informative signs provide fascinating insights into the ecosystem, and there is a serene overlook at Weston Lake.

• Sims Trail - The Sims Trail in Congaree National Park offers an easy, mostly level hike of approximately 3.2 miles round trip. It follows an old gravel road through the forest, connecting with the Boardwalk Trail and heading towards Cedar Creek.

The trail is broad and suitable for most skill levels, though it may become muddy or flooded after rain. It’s a tranquil walk with ample shade—just remember to bring insect repellent for the mosquitoes!

• Weston Lake - Weston Lake is a tranquil, picturesque oxbow lake formed millennia ago when the Congaree River altered its course, leaving this curve behind. It can be accessed via the Weston Lake Loop or the Boardwalk Trail, which leads to a charming overlook.

It’s an ideal spot to pause and admire the still waters reflecting the trees above—and with some luck, you might see turtles, herons, or even an alligator gliding by.

• Works offline — no WiFi, data, or cell signal needed
• Audio stories, local history, and travel tips along the route
• Lifetime access — use anytime, no expiration
• Explore on your own schedule — go at your own pace

• Private transportation
• Entrance Fees
• Parking Fees
• Meals & Refreshments

Discover the wonders of one of America’s remaining old-growth forests by exploring Congaree National Park at your leisure. Stroll along shaded boardwalk paths, enveloped by towering trees, draping vines, and the symphony of wildlife. The audio guide provides fascinating insights into the park’s history, its swamp ecosystem, and the lives of those who once inhabited and worked in the area.

Begin your journey at the visitor center, then follow the boardwalk or venture onto side trails to visit Weston Lake, Bluff Trail, and the Harry Hampton Visitor Center area. Pause to enjoy the sounds of frogs, birds, and the gentle flow of the Congaree River. Benefit from GPS directions that function offline, receive local advice, and enjoy lifetime access to revisit whenever you wish.

Download the tour, bring along some water, and relish a serene walk through one of the South’s most stunning and untamed landscapes—your schedule, your route, your adventure.

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• Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
• Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
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