Parks Near Columbia, South Carolina
South Carolina's capital with access to Congaree's old-growth floodplain and Sandhills wilderness.
Popular Parks Near Columbia
Congaree National Park
20 miles from Columbia
4.6
National Park
Highlights:
- Old-growth floodplain
- Champion trees
- Kayaking
Sesquicentennial State Park
15 miles from Columbia
4.3
State Park
Highlights:
- Sandhills ecology
- Lake
- Mountain biking
Dreher Island State Park
35 miles from Columbia
4.4
State Park
Highlights:
- Lake Murray
- Fishing
- Island camping
Popular Activities
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Mountain biking
Best Times to Visit
- Spring (March-May)
- Fall (October-November)
- Winter for fewer mosquitoes
Driving Tips
- Congaree floods regularly - check conditions
- Synchronous fireflies in May-June
- Boardwalk loop is accessible year-round
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