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People on floats on one of Columbia's three rivers

The Saluda and the Broad Rivers come from the Northwest and meet downtown to form the Congaree, which continues down into Congaree National Park.

Photo by Forrest Clonts

The best way to beat the heat? Hitting the water. Plan a trip to experience Columbia, SC’s three rivers:

  1. Saluda: Start your journey at Saluda Shoals Park on a kayak or canoe — or, coast down the river on an easy float, courtesy of Palmetto Outdoors.
  2. Broad: Spend time on these low-class rapids and float past historic spots like the Gervais Street Bridge.
  3. Congaree: Float through Congaree National Park (SC’s only national park) to witness sites of ancient Congaree Native American settlements.

Start planning your trip

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