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Congaree National Park

Photuris frontalis, a species of synchronous firefly, light up the forest at Congaree National Park.
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Congaree National Park shares ticket details for synchronous firefly event

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson March 24, 2025March 24, 2025

For a few weeks every year, a unique light show illuminates the forests of Congaree National Park. Photuris frontalis, a species of synchronous firefly, emerge to mate each summer, delighting the visitors who are lucky enough to secure a ticket to the event.  Synchronous fireflies coordinate their belly lanterns to flash at the exact same […]

A fallen tree has detroyed a portion of the boardwalk in Congaree National Park.
Posted inPolice & Fire

Recovery and closures in the national parks after Hurricane Helene

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson October 1, 2024October 1, 2024
Picture of Low Boardwalk during January 2007 flood event.
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Congaree National Park closes As Tropical Storm Debby makes land

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson August 5, 2024September 3, 2024

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