Is there an entrance fee?

No. Congaree National Park is free to enter year-round.

Do I need a reservation for parking or camping?

Parking is first-come, first-served; vehicle reservations are not required. Camping occurs in designated campgrounds; backcountry permits may be required.

When is the best time to visit to avoid crowds?

Shoulder seasons (spring and fall) typically see fewer crowds; May draws more visitors for fireflies.

Can I bring a dog to Congaree?

Yes, dogs are allowed on park trails and must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet.

Are there camping options inside the park?

Yes: Bluff Campground and Longleaf Campground; backcountry camping is permitted; vehicle camping is prohibited.

Congaree National Park – Food Drinks

Attraction

Congaree National Park – Food Drinks

929 Kitchen & Bar

Art Bar

Barnes & Noble

Blossom Buffet

Blue Marlin

Bourbon

Bruegger’s Bagels

Cafe Strudel West Columbia

California Dreaming

Cantina 76

Cook Out

Cool Beans Coffee Co

Curiosity Coffee Bar

Dave’s Hot Chicken

Drip Coffee

Duck Donuts

Duke’s Pad Thai

Grill Marks – COLA

Halls Chophouse Columbia

Hickory Tavern

Home Team BBQ

Indah Coffee

Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe

Lowes Foods of Forest Acres