Francis Beidler Forest
Located in Dorchester County, SC.
336 Sanctuary Road
Harleyville, SC 29448
843-487-9988
E-Mail: beidler@audubon.org
Francis Beidler Forest web site

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The Francis Beidler Forest in the Four Holes Swamp contains the largest remaining stand of virgin, old-growth bald cypress and tupelo gum trees in the world. A portion of this swamp is visible from the boardwalk, which is 13/4 miles long. There is also a museum and gift shop near the entrance.
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Features and Facilities
- Picnic tables, shelters
- Store
- Wetland
- Walking paths
- Drinking water
Water Features
Public Restrooms
Dogs Allowed
Hours of Operation
- Check website for current hours of operation
Admission or Parking Fee
- Children (ages 0 - 5), Free
- Youth (ages 6 - 12), $5.00
- Adults (ages 13 and up), $10.00
Facility Rental
- Please call 843-487-9988 to inquire about rentals.
How to Get There
Take I-26 to exit #177. Go south on SC #453 for 2.0 kilometers (1.2 miles). Turn left on US #178 and go southeast 11.7 km. (7.2 mi.), then turn left onto Beidler Forest Road (#28). From here, follow the signs to the Francis Beidler Forest.
Latitude 33.22092, Longitude -80.35423 [PK370]
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