Congaree National Park hiking guide
Boardwalk Loop
A 2.7-mile trail with 99 ft of climbing in Congaree National Park.
Key facts
- Length
- 2.7 mi (4.4 km)
- Elevation gain
- 99 ft (30 m)
- Paved
- Yes
About Boardwalk Loop
This loop runs on raised planks through the forested floodplain, with bald cypress and giant tupelo trees rising from the water on either side. The flat, all-boardwalk surface makes it one of the most accessible ways to see the park's bottomland. Numbered stops along the way match a self-guided brochure from the visitor center, which explains the forest's natural and cultural history. The park floods often, so parts of the route can close after heavy rain.
