Harbison State Forest offers a canoe/kayak hand launch on the Broad River that serves as a put-in or take-out point for paddlers.

To use the landing, boaters must file a simple float plan (Richland County Riverside Dock Consent Form) available at the Environmental Education Center or by calling (803) 896-8890, with no additional fee required.

The forest requires a parking permit ($5 daily or $25 annual) and is located at 5600 Broad River Road in Columbia, with office hours Monday-Friday, 8:30 a. m. -4:30 p. m.