12,000 Year History Park Colonial Fort Tour

A massacre, murder and a kidnapping! These fascinating stories are part of the Fort Congaree program! Walk to the 1718 Old Fort Congaree site and learn about the struggles of the colonial settlers and the South Carolina Native Americans. Delve into the deerskin economy, then travel forward in time to Fort Congaree 2 and Fort Granby.

The 12,000 Year History Park on Congaree Creek in Cayce is a unique, stunningly beautiful site full of natural resources. In just one square mile, there is proof of 12,000 years of habitation including Civil War and Revolutionary War history.

History walks, which are approximately two miles, begin at the dirt parking lot just past the Cayce Tennis Center, 1120 Fort Congaree Trail in Cayce. We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes, bring a hat, sunscreen, insect repellant and plenty of water. All walks and programs are led by volunteers trained by the National Park Service.