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Sims Trail

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Sims Trail

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Sims Trail

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Congaree National Park Wilderness

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    Location: Richland County, South Carolina, United States

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    May 24, 2025

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    The Sims Trail in Congaree National Park is an easy, 3.2-mile round-trip hike that follows an old gravel road through a lush floodplain forest. It connects the Bluff Trail to Cedar Creek, intersecting with the Boardwalk Trail and providing access to longer routes like the Weston Lake and Oakridge Trails . Along the way, hikers can enjoy scenic views of towering hardwoods and may encounter wildlife such as deer, fox squirrels, and various bird species.

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    1. Sims Trail

    4.74km

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    The Sims Trail is an easy 2.9-mile hike in Congaree National Park, winding through a unique swamp forest with old-growth trees and wildlife.

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    2. Sims Trail – Weston Lake loop from Harry Hampton Visitor Center

    18.2km

    04:34

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    3. Sims Trail – Weston Lake loop from Harry Hampton Visitor Center

    5.38km

    01:22

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Richland County, South Carolina, United States

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