Congaree Swamp National Park 12-26-2011

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12-27-2011, 21:26
swampfox

Congaree Swamp National Park 12-26-2011

I went with two of my sons and their significant others to hike the Congaree Swamp National Park. This is the largest remnant of old-growth floodplain forest remaining on the continent. The oldest tree is believed to be 1700 years old. Heard a lot of Woodpeckers pecking and singing. Temp was a cold 50 degrees but great for a hike.
We hiked on the boardwalk to the 4.4 mile Weston Lake Loop and then back to the boardwalk, about 6 miles in all.

I plan to camp here in January.

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12-27-2011, 23:00
Just Jeff

Looks like a great time! I really like that area.
12-28-2011, 09:15
Cali

I haven't been there yet, but I have heard good things. Nice pics, makes me want to head there very soon. :)
12-28-2011, 17:21
swampfox

Better to go sooner than later B-H.
Mosquitoes in the summer will carry off a small dog. We didn't have any insect issues at all.
12-28-2011, 17:28
nbmorton

Looks like a beautiful place!
12-29-2011, 14:28
creativeKayt

Wow. Beautiful! Looks like a great time and thanks for taking us along.
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12-29-2011, 14:31
Cali

Thanks SwampFox, I may have to plan a trip in Jan or Feb. I hate mosquitoes....
01-03-2012, 08:51
Str1der

Nice pics. I too was there on the 26th, but I don't think I saw you guys. I definitely agree that you should go before the insects become a factor.
01-03-2012, 22:36
swampfox

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Originally Posted by Str1der

Nice pics. I too was there on the 26th, but I don't think I saw you guys. I definitely agree that you should go before the insects become a factor.

We ate a picnic lunch under the shelter around noon and hiked the Weston lake trail, returning about 5:00.
01-04-2012, 00:12
Fronkey

Awesome photos dude! Have fun in camping there, looks like a great place.

Fronkey
01-04-2012, 00:25
jayf124

Looks like an awesome area. Probably really cool at night too. I sure hope my boys and I can share some of those experiences when they get older. Thanks for sharing.
01-04-2012, 06:46
swampfox

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Originally Posted by jayf124

I sure hope my boys and I can share some of those experiences when they get older.

There is nothing I enjoy more. We've been camping and hiking together since they were Cub Scouts. It just gets better and better.