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Francis Beidler Forest is one of two forests left in South Carolina that have never been logged in the history of humankind. If you wish to visit us, please review the information available here.
Quick Swamp Notes  
Center Address 336 Sanctuary Road, Harleyville SC, 29448
Hours of Operation (Center & Boardwalk) Wed-Sat 9AM-6PM, Sun 11AM-4PM (gate closes after 4PM)
Admission Prices (Boardwalk) Adults: $12, Children (ages 6-12): $7, Children (under 6): Free
Admission Discount (Boardwalk) Buying tickets 24 hours in advance will give you $1 off per ticket.
Hours of Operation (Grassland/Woodland Trail) Seven days a week, sunrise to sunset, no admission required
Center Phone 843-462-2150
Do you allow pets on your trails? No (we do allow registered service animals)
Do you allow bikes on your trails? No
Do you allow strollers on your trails? Yes
Are your trails ADA accessible? Boardwalk: Yes | Grassland/woodland trail: No
Is preregistration for tickets required? Only for programs, not general admission

Photo: Richard Covey

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