With spring and summer fast approaching, there is no better time to plan your recreational activities to take in the blue sky and crisp, fresh air. Columbia, South Carolina offers many opportunities to get outdoors for families and people of all ages, including hikes on the natural trails through forests, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. Now is the best time to plan an exciting outdoor trip and work on those fitness resolutions!
Fishing Is Always a Good Idea
Get active this spring and go fishing at Lake Murray. Access the shallow waters from Dreher Island State Park. Bring your gear along and relax on the water while you wait for the catch of the day. Boat rental is available at Saluda Shoals Park, and once out on the lake, you’ll have the chance to capture smallmouth bass. For something a bit more challenging, schedule a deep-sea boat trip and experience action fishing for an adventure you won’t easily forget.
Hike at Congaree National Park
If you prefer to stay on land, Congaree National Park features one the most spectacular hardwood forests in the whole country. Congaree is a self-sustaining ecosystem of dense skyscraper trees, and the beautifully constructed trails through the forest provide the opportunity to get up close to these natural masterpieces. Bring the whole family with you for a stroll through the woods–the kids will love it!
Sleep Under the Stars
If you love the outdoors or have never experienced sleeping under the stars, consider hiking and camping in Columbia. Congaree National Park provides a range of camp sites to choose from, whether you wish to explore the park from the comfort of an RV or you want to get away from it all by sleeping in a tent. Remember that the campgrounds are the only area where you can light a fire, and there is nothing better than roasting marshmallows with fellow campers after a long day out hiking in the countryside.
Canoeing, Kayaking, and Tubing
In Columbia, you will find plenty of canoeing, kayaking and tubing opportunities. These adventures are for avid water lovers, offering everything from calm water to rushing rapids in Saluda. These physical activities will have you enjoying the beautiful blue water while getting fit in the warmer weather, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced kayaker.
For a relaxing journey in your kayak or canoe, choose the Cedar Creek paddle trail in Congaree Park. The path guides travelers along the still water for up and close encounters with the surrounding wildlife. Beginners will find another easy kayak trail at Sesquicentennial State Park, or you could rent a canoe at Saluda Shoals Park for a chance to see birds of all kinds, eagles, and turtles.
Columbia is known for its many water activities, forest paths, and adrenalin-pumping activities. No matter your fitness level, you’ll find something to do in one of the best destinations in South Carolina. Go on an outdoor adventure this week, and get that much needed release from the confines of winter!
“Congaree National Park Visitor Center boardwalk” by Miguel Vieira, Licensed via CC BY 2.0
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