Top 10 Tips for Visiting Charleston from Nat’l Geographic Travel

“Discover the Best of Charleston” National Geographic TRAVEL

On May 11th, 2018 National Geographic TRAVEL posted “Discover the Best of Charleston: Make the most of your trip with these top ten tips for the “Holy City.” Nancy Gupton wrote:

One of the United States’ oldest cities, Charleston—nicknamed the Holy City for its abundance of churches—offers visitors plenty to experience and explore. Don’t be overwhelmed: These are our top ten tips for making the most of your time…”

Examples:

1 – SEE THE BIRDS

2- WANDER THE GARDENS

Read the article for the other eight hints and to read her elaboration on each.

Very useful!

Weather is right for Charleston Water Taxi!

Beginning in Mid March the Charleston Water Taxi’s schedule expanded to daily from 9 am to 8 pm. Prior to that they were mostly open on Saturdays.

There are four departure points with different departing times.  The four points are:

  • Aquarium Wharf/MaritimeCenter
  • Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum
  • Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina
  • Waterfront Park/Market St/Historic District

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Edisto Beach State Park – Charleston County S.C.

Edisto Beach State Park - Charleston County S.C.

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8377 State Cabin Road,
Edisto Island, SC 29438

The southern end of Edisto Island is in Colleton County while Edisto Beach is in Charleston County.

‘An oceanfront campground on a palmetto-lined beach famed for its shelling is just one highlight of Edisto Beach State Park.

Only an hour from Charleston, the park also offers another campground deep in the maritime forest full of live oaks and some of the states tallest palmetto trees, as well as a row of comfortable cabins nestled in the woods but with a front-row view of miles of pristine marshland.

Edisto Beach State Park also offers the states longest system of handicapped-friendly hiking and biking trails, including one leading to a mysterious, 4,000-year-old shell midden alongside a secluded bend on a tidal creek.

The park also has an environmental education center, a green building full of exhibits that highlight the natural history of Edisto Island and the surrounding ACE Basin, one of the nations largest preserved estuaries.’

Source – SouthCarolinaParks.com

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Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor Fishing Pier

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101 East Arctic Avenue,
Folly Beach,
SC – 29439
843-588-3474
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‘Fishing, walking, birding, and the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Edge of America are just some of the possibilities at the Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier, where you can find some of the best saltwater fishing in the area.’

‘The Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier is a breathtaking landmark that stretches 1,045 feet into the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean. At 25-feet wide and 23-feet above sea level, the pier is the second longest on the east coast and offers not only spectacular views, but a variety of fishing tournaments, special events, and dining.’

Full-service restaurant, Locklears Beach City Grill

Special events & tournaments

Rod rentals

Restrooms (handicap-accessible)

Gangplank Gift & Tackle Shop

Beach access/showers

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Folly Beach County Park, Folly Beach, S.C.

Folly Beach County Park, Folly Beach, S.C.

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Hours

January-February: 10:00am-5:00pm

March-April: 10:00am-6:00pm

May-Labor Day, 9:00am-7:00pm

September-October: 10:00am-6:00pm

November-December: 10:00am-5:00pm

‘On the west end of the island, situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the Folly River, beachgoers will find Folly Beach County Park. Lifeguards are on duty seasonally along a beautiful beachfront designated swimming area. Skimmer Flats, a major Eastern Brown Pelican rookery, is visible at the west end of the park. Dogs are not permitted on the beach from 10am and 6pm from May 1 through September 30. At all other times, the dog must be on a leash.’

Features:

Year-Round

– Dressing areas

– Restrooms (handicap-accessible)

– Picnic area and grills

– Shelter rentals for group functions

– Boardwalks

 

Seasonal [View Schedule]

– Lifeguards

– Outdoor showers

– Snack bar

– Retail area

– Beach chair & umbrella rentals

1100 West Ashley Avenue,
Folly Beach,
SC – 29439
843-588-2426

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