Bluff Hike In Camping
This is a hike-in campground that is located at the intersection of the Bluff and Firefly Trails, approximately 1 mile from both the Harry Hampton Visitor Center and the Longleaf Campground. It is surrounded by a mixed pine/hardwood upland forest.
More like this: reservable in South Carolina
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Hike-in | 6 |
Site map
6 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Amenities & rules
• Camping at this campground is tent only. • This is a hike-in only campground and cannot be accessed by vehicle. Campers must park at either the Longleaf Campground or Harry Hampton Visitor Center. • All sites have a fire ring and picnic table. • This campground does not provide electric/water/sewer hook-ups. • This campground does not have restroom facilities. Potable water is available at filling stations 24/7 at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center. • This campground does not have trash or recycling receptacles. All campers must remember to pack out all trash and/or waste when leaving and can dispose of it at either the Harry Hampton Visitor Center or Longleaf Campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
| Nearest town | Hopkins, South Carolina |
| Coordinates | 33.8321° N, 80.8155° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- 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.
- Restrooms can be found at the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, and two vault toilets are located at the Longleaf Campground. • Running water is not available at this campground.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedHarry Hampton East Csp Rx
under 1 mi from the campground · 212 acres
- PrescribedRcw Rx Csp
under 1 mi from the campground · 243 acres
- PrescribedFy27 Scfmf Rx Support
24 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 15.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | River Runner Outdoor Center ↗ | 17.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Boney Motor Company ↗ | 51.8 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Worth a stop
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.
- 0.5 miHarry Hampton Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Congaree National Park Wilderness.
- inCongaree National Park Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 21,700 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
Campsites are located on the edges of an open, grassy clearing in the mixed pine/hardwood forest, and is adjacent to an area currently undergoing restoration to a longleaf pine grassland/savanna. Depending on the time of day, sites may be the sun during the morning or afternoon/evening hours. This location offers opportunities to observe wildlife such as birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.
Recreation
Campers with reservations at the Bluff Campground have easy access to the park’s 27 miles of hiking trails. Campers can reach the Harry Hampton Visitor Center, boardwalk, and other hiking trails via either the Firefly or Bluff Trails. At the visitor center you 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 visitor center.
Guidebooks for Congaree National Park and South Carolina
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bluff Hike In Camping?
Sites at Bluff Hike In Camping are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bluff Hike In Camping?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bluff Hike In Camping have?
6 sites, including 6 hike-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Bluff Hike In Camping?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Bluff Hike In Camping?
Campers with reservations at the Bluff Campground have easy access to the park’s 27 miles of hiking trails. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bluff Hike In Camping?
Hopkins, South Carolina. Congaree National Park is located near many attractions including state parks, forests and parks.
Source: Getting there
What if Bluff Hike In Camping is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Longleaf Campground (0.8 mi), Rocky Branch Seasonal Campground (51 mi), and Collins Creek Seasonal Campground (60 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Bluff Hike In Camping in?
Bluff Hike In Camping is a Congaree National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Congaree National Park