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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
Sesquicentennial State Park is located just a couple miles from the center of Columbia.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
The park has picnic areas with grills spread throughout much of the park area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
The boathouse, where visitors can rent paddle boats and kayaks to take out on the 30 acre lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
Boats available for rent inside the park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
A playground in the park area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
The Sandhills Trail is mostly paved, circling the lake and making a great spot for hikers to venture to immerse themselves in the park's diversity.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
A Splash Pad is great on a hot day.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
Benches with views over Sesquicentennial Lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
The park has 12 miles of hiking and cycling trails weaving through its grounds.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
The CCC-built spillway resembles a peaceful waterfall.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/31/2021
A 78 site campground caters to all types of campers, from tent campers to RVs with full hook ups.