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Photuris frontalis, a species of synchronous firefly, light up the forest at Congaree National Park.
Posted inWildlife

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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