Campgrounds in Congaree
Congaree National Park has 2 campgrounds on the National Park Service record, 20 sites in total. 2 take reservations, 2 have first-come sites. Hours, fees, amenities and access for each — plus the scenic drives that reach them.
2 mapped · Park boundary: National Park Service
- Bluff Campground6 sitesReservable & first-come
The Bluff Campground is a hike in campground and is perfect for those looking to camp in the frontcountry yet have a more backcountry experience. This campground has 6 sites that can accommodate up to 8 campers each. Each site has a firepit and a picnic table. Restrooms are available at either the visitor center or the Longleaf Campground, and water and park information is available at the visitor center. This is a pack it in/pack it out campground.
- Longleaf Campground14 sitesReservable & first-come
The Longleaf Campground offers walk up campsites for visitors wishing to camp in the frontcountry of Congaree. Campers may park and walk to their site. All campsites have a firepit and picnic table, and the campground has two vault toilets. 10 sites are for individuals or small groups of up to 8 people, while 4 sites are designated for larger groups from 9 to 24 people. The campground is a short drive from the visitor center, where running water is available, as well as park information.
Source: National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04