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Photo: River Walk, San Antonio 1997 - waterfall by Thomas Vogt (CC BY 4.0) License

River Walk

Park · West Columbia, South Carolina

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 3,460 ft³/s
  • Gage height 3.46 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CONGAREE RIVER AT COLUMBIA, SC (0.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 4:00 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 02169500, as of Oct 20, 4:00 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 4,480 ft³/s over 87 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 4:00 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for South Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Cool todayPicnic tablesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
River Walk is a park in West Columbia, South Carolina. Picnic tables on site; visitors come for hiking and picnicking. The site is wheelchair-accessible and kid-friendly.

Weather at River Walk

51°F, Clear · H 76° / L 49° · 2% chance of rain
H: 76° L: 49°
Clear
Clear
51°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
48%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
54°
3 AM
Clear
51°
6 AM
Clear
49°
9 AM
Sunny
54°
12 PM
Sunny
70°
3 PM
Sunny
76°
6 PM
Partly Cloudy
72°
9 PM
Overcast
63°

Frequently asked questions

Where is River Walk?
River Walk is a park in West Columbia, South Carolina.
Can you swim at River Walk?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is River Walk rated?
River Walk in West Columbia, South Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 18 reviews.

Location & Contact

125 Congaree Park Dr, West Columbia, SC 29169

West Columbia, South Carolina 29169

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🧺 Picnic tables

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes
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