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Congaree National Park

2 federal campgrounds, 1 of them with first-come, first-served sites.

2Campgrounds
1With first-come sites
$10A night at the one priced
22Sites
110–120 ftElevation
Elevation: USGS 3DEP elevation point queries at 2 of these 2 campgrounds

Where they are

2 of 2 mapped
Drawing the map
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Source: RIDB · NPS · USFS EDW · BLM, unified by CAMPANAC · Sep 8, 2026

The campgrounds · 2

2 campgrounds
ReservableOpen
Longleaf Campground
Congaree National Park · SC
16 sites16 walk-in sites4 group sites120 fttoilets
Seen from the air The agency never photographed these, so here is the satellite view. Same data, same sources.
Bluff CampgroundCongaree National Park · SCfrom $10 · 6 sites · 110 ftMixedOpen
Source: RIDB · NPS · USFS EDW · BLM, unified by CAMPANAC · Sep 8, 2026

This land

measured from the nearest campground in the unit
watch

Camping here is a stake in what happens to it. More Than Just Parks tracks the threats and the comment windows.

Source: MTJP Threatened Lands map · Aug 12, 2026

Heads up

Information
Planning Ahead for Transportation If being dropped off at the park, please ensure you will have a return ride. Taxis and rideshares do not often come out to Congaree, and the bus may be unavailable. Please plan ahead.
Caution
Backcountry Trail Conditions GPS is necessary on backcountry trails: Oakridge, Boggy Gut (formerly River), and Kingsnake. These trails may be difficult to follow.
Caution
Paddling Conditions Trees down across Cedar Creek between Bannister's Bridge and South Cedar Creek may require significant portages depending on water levels & paddlers should plan accordingly. All paddlers should have necessary equipment, including the 10…
Caution
Being Prepared for Excessive Heat & Humidity Congaree can be hot & humid from late spring through early fall. Be sure that you & your party (including pets) have adequate water & choose activities that fit your level of physical fitness. Consider visiting early in the morning when it…
Source: National Park Service alerts API · Sep 8, 2026

Who answers for this land

Congaree National Park’s campgrounds sit in one congressional district. These members vote on the laws that decide what happens to this land.

James Clyburn (D)SC 6th · 2 campgrounds · grade A+
Source: U.S. Census district boundaries and the MTJP Congressional Public Lands Score
Unit: USGS Protected Areas Database of the United States (PAD-US) land units
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