Campsites at Congaree National Park now available through online reservation system
January 27, 2016
HOPKINS, SC – Developed campsites at Congaree National Park can now be reserved through an online registration system. Reservations for campsites at Longleaf and Bluff campgrounds can be made online through Recreation.gov, a national reservation system which includes numerous federal areas nationwide and provides opportunities for trip planning, information sharing and reservations.
Reservations can also be made by phone at 877-444-6777.
“It’s a great opportunity for folks who wish to plan their trip,” says Park Ranger Jonathan Manchester, “you can actually go online, pick your site, and pay.” For those that show up at the park without a reservation, there will still be opportunities to camp. If there are sites available campers can register and pay onsite.
The implementation of the camping reservations is part of efforts to improve services for visitors to Congaree National Park. In addition to the developed camping areas, visitors can camp in the backcountry in the park. While there is no fee or reservation required for backcountry camping, visitors must pick up a permit onsite. “Camping is a great way to experience this park,” says Manchester, “We encourage folks to take a look at the new reservation system and come explore this special place!”
For more information about camping and Congaree National Park, call 803-647-3970 or visit www.nps.gov/cong.
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Celebrate the Centennial of the National Park Service in 2016! The centennial will kick off a second century of stewardship of America’s national parks and engaging communities through recreation, conservation, and historic preservation programs. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/subjects/centennial. Find Your Park at www.findyourpark.com.
