Congaree National Park Walking Tour
About The Tour
Discover the beauty and history of Congaree National Park on a self-guided walk along the 2.4-mile Boardwalk Loop Trail, where towering trees, diverse wildlife, and centuries of natural and cultural stories come together in one unforgettable forest adventure. Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Visit the Harry R.E. Hampton Visitor Center for maps, exhibits, and park info.
• Walk the Boardwalk Loop Trail to see giant trees and swamp wildlife.
• Hike Sims Trail for a peaceful forest walk with great birdwatching.
• Relax by Weston Lake and watch turtles and fish in the calm water.
Please note: the lower half of the Boardwalk is closed for construction with plans to reopen in 2026. Until then, he first half of our tour can be taken as normal, and the latter half can be finished by taking the Sims Trail to complete the loop.
Sample Tour Audio
Bald Cypress Trees and Congarees
The Logging Era
Slavery at Congaree
Customer Reviews
Tried the Grand Teton National Park tour instead of paying for a guided trip. I was hoping to get some ideas on where to go and a route for the day but I got so much more! The app is really well designed. Although it does not work with Android Auto, the audio was sufficient to guide us from one destination to the next. We really enjoyed the stories that went along with each of the stops. some were historical, some were scientific, all were entertaining.
L Scott | 1 day ago | Androidonly reason it isn't 5 stars is because it did not have android auto integration and the music quality was very low. It was otherwise perfect. extremely helpful. Great, relaxing tunes for the drive even if they were low quality. the guide was informative and interesting. directions were pretty good, though I would have loved seeing the app on the screen in the car. It was worth every penny though.
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Pono Kai couple | 2 days ago | iOSGreat audio guide
Loved using it on my trip to maui
Roaring Warrior | 2 days ago | iOSSo great!
So informative and helpful to make the drive come alive!
liligal12 | 3 days ago | iOSGreat tool
Really enjoyed using the app. The developers truly care that your experience is perfect. A must have if driving these roads without a guide or personal driver.
On the road again27 | 3 days ago | iOSbest tour guide app by far
I have used shaka guide for 3 national parks and the road to hana in maui. Most of my favorite stops and attractions from the tours are places i would have never found without Shaka Guide. I recommend this to everybody i meet during the tours, and now i’m recommending it to you…. it’s so worth it.
Autumn730 | 3 days ago | iOSrecommend! super amazing ! literally felt the guide was with us the whole time! even when I thought I had turn the guide off , it popped up and started talking when we hit the spots lol 😆 totally worth the spend!
Yorleny Moreno | 4 days ago | AndroidGreat service
Very easy to follow and easy to understand. Learned a lot from it about the Island and more
Deecaf183 | 4 days ago | iOSIs Congaree National Park a swamp?
No, Congaree National Park is not a swamp, though it may look like one in some areas. It is a floodplain forest, meaning it floods seasonally but supports large hardwood trees, not swamp plants. The park is known for its towering trees and rich bi...
Show MoreIs Congaree National Park a swamp?
No, Congaree National Park is not a swamp, though it may look like one in some areas. It is a floodplain forest, meaning it floods seasonally but supports large hardwood trees, not swamp plants. The park is known for its towering trees and rich biodiversity.
How bad are the mosquitoes at Congaree National Park?
Mosquitoes at Congaree can be very bad from mid‑spring through mid‑fall, especially after rain or flooding. The park even has a “Mosquito Meter” because the conditions often support heavy mosquito activity.
Show MoreHow bad are the mosquitoes at Congaree National Park?
Mosquitoes at Congaree can be very bad from mid‑spring through mid‑fall, especially after rain or flooding. The park even has a “Mosquito Meter” because the conditions often support heavy mosquito activity.
What unique things does Congaree National Park feature?
Congaree National Park is full of hidden gems. It’s home to the largest remaining stretch of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the southeastern United States. Some of its loblolly pines, bald cypress, and sweetgum trees are over 150 fee...
Show MoreWhat unique things does Congaree National Park feature?
Congaree National Park is full of hidden gems. It’s home to the largest remaining stretch of old-growth bottomland hardwood forest in the southeastern United States.
Some of its loblolly pines, bald cypress, and sweetgum trees are over 150 feet tall, forming one of the highest temperate forest canopies in the world!
And every spring, visitors can witness the synchronous firefly display, where thousands of fireflies light up the forest in rhythm — a rare phenomenon seen in only a few places on Earth.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
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