Longleaf Campground
Campground · South Carolina · 16 bookable sites ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Congaree National Park (National Park) · Open Access
- 16
- Bookable sites
- up to 24
- People per site
- 123 ft
- Elevation
Overview
This campground is located just off the park entrance road, approximately ½ mile before the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, in a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest. This campground is located at a higher elevation than the floodplain and is not subject to the flooding events that occur regularly in other parts of the park.
Recreation
Campers with reservations at the Longleaf Campground have easy access to the park’s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center by car or by hiking on the Longleaf Trail. At the visitor center you can access the Boardwalk and find information on other trails to plan your trip into the old-growth forest of Congaree National Park. Those who would like to explore and experience Congaree via canoe or kayak can launch from one of the park's two landings, located between 5-10 minutes by car from the campground.
Facilities
• Camping at this campground is tent only.
• Camp sites do not accommodate vehicles. All vehicles must be parked in the designated parking lot, and campers must walk a short distance to reach their reserved site.
• This campground does not permit RV/car camping.
• All sites have fire rings and picnic tables.
• This campground does not provide electric/water/sewer hook-ups.
• This campground has two vault toilets located next to the parking area.
• Running water is not available at this campground. Potable water is available at filling stations 24/7 at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center.
• Receptacles for trash and/or recycling are available near the campground parking lot.
Natural Features
Located in a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest, campsites are surrounded by pines and other trees. Campsites are generally in shade for large parts of the day. An open field in the middle of the campground is available for use by campers throughout the day, and this location offers campers excellent opportunities for observing wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and the occasional southern fox squirrel.
Nearby Attractions
Congaree National Park is located near many attractions including state parks, forests and parks. The city of Columbia is a short drive from the park and offers access to many attractions including museums, city parks and shopping.
The facts
- 16 bookable sites
- Up to 24 people per site
- Loops: Longleaf
Site types
- 12 Walk To
- 4 Group Walk To
16 campsites at Longleaf Campground
Check-in 12:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GS01 | Longleaf | Group Walk To | — | — | — | 24 | |
| GS02 | Longleaf | Group Walk To | — | — | — | 24 | |
| GS03 | Longleaf | Group Walk To | — | — | — | 24 | |
| GS04 | Longleaf | Group Walk To | — | — | — | 24 | |
| IS01 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS02 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS03 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS04 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS05 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS06 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS07 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS08 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS09 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS10 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS11 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 | |
| IS12 | Longleaf | Walk To | — | — | — | 8 |
Getting there
This campground is located just off the park entrance road, approximately ½ mile before the Harry Hampton Visitor Center.
33.83580, -80.82800 · 33°50'8.9"N 80°49'40.8"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.8 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 3.3 | 3.7 | 5.1 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 3.5 | 3.0 | 3.9 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Longleaf Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Longleaf Campground?
- Yes, Longleaf Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Longleaf Campground have?
- 16 sites.
Camping near Longleaf Campground
- Congaree Picnic Shelter 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Congaree National Park Ranger-Guided Canoe Tours 0.5 mi · Tickets · we watch it
- Congaree National Park Firefly Viewing Lottery 0.5 mi · Tickets · we watch it
- Bluff Hike In Camping 0.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground (SC) 50.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Collins Creek Seasonal Campground (SC) 59.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Harry Hampton Visitor Center 0.5 mi · Visitor Center
- Orangeburg National Fish Hatchery 24.5 mi · Facility
- Molly's Rock Picnic Area 55.9 mi · Facility
- Enoree Ranger District 58.9 mi · Facility
Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
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