Description: Starting from the Peak access, you will enjoy a leisurely float on the tree lined Broad River. If you enjoy being alone, this is a very secluded part of the Broad River. You may not see many people, but wildlife such as otters, raccoons, deer, and a variety of birds abound, and possibly an eagle. In the spring you can also enjoy blooming Rocky Shoals Spider Lilies in the shallows.

There are only two places, Harbison Forest and the Columbia Rowing Club landing where you can take out, and both require that you get permission. Do not go beyond the Rowing Club landing, because there is a diversion dam a short distance downstream.

Insect repellent is recommended during warm months.

Length: 21.1 miles.

Fees: No fee.

Access Points:
Mileage and GPS coordinates are approximate and for reference only.

Mile 0 - (GPS N 34.2498 W 81.3285) - Peak - From Exit 97 (Peak) on I-26, drive north on US 176. Drive approximately 10.5 miles and turn right onto SC 213. Drive approximately 2.4 miles to the Dr. Carrol A. Pinner Bridge and the access is on the left.

Mile 13.5 (GPS N 34.1045 W 81.1180) - Harbison State Forest - From Exit 104 on I-26 (Piney Grove), drive east on Piney Grove and turn left onto Broad River Road. The entrance to Harbison Forest is approximately 1.0 mile on the right. You will need to call 803-896-8890, or stop at the Education Building in Harbison Forest to get permission to use this landing.

Mile 21.1 (GPS N 34.0408 W 81.0722) - Broad River Rowing Facility - From the intersection of I-20 and Broad River Road, drive north and turn right onto the frontage road (Garner Lane) and continue to the river. This landing is operated by Richland County and you will need to get a permit to use it. You can obtain a permit by calling 803-748-4611.

Hours: Dawn to dusk.

Camping: No camping

Information: River Alliance, 506 Gervais St., Columbia, SC 29201, Telephone: 803-765-2200, or Columbia Rowing Club at 803-748-1234.