The park’s educational center spotlights the island’s natural history and the surrounding ACE Basin, which encompasses the watersheds of the Ashepoo, Combahee and Edisto Rivers. At the beach, you can sunbathe, fish, comb for seashells and swim in the Atlantic Ocean – just be aware that there are no lifeguards on duty.
Home to a maritime forest and a salt marsh, the oceanfront Edisto Beach State Park is laced with hiking and biking trails (four miles of them ADA-accessible) the Forest Loop Trail wanders past palmetto trees and Spanish moss–draped live oaks. Here’s is our guide to the best beaches near Charleston.Įdisto Island offers stark natural beauty as well as beach fun © Andrew Montgomery / Lonely Planet Explore Lowcountry ecology at Edisto Beachįor a deep dive into the Lowcountry’s coastal charms, spend a day exploring lovely Edisto Beach on Edisto Island, 50 miles south of downtown Charleston. And you can actually look forward to changing out of your suit at the end of a sunny day: the restaurants that line the coast are some of the best in the region. (Eco-minded local policies focus on keeping the beaches pristine and protecting coastal wildlife – so be sure to keep your plastic containers at home, and don’t disturb the loggerhead turtles.)Ĭyclists are spoiled for choice too, with hard-packed sand, maritime forests and shaded small-town streets at the ready for two-wheeled explorations.
These scenic islands are also bordered by creeks and marshes teeming with wildlife, and paddlers of all ages can take to the calm inlets to explore gentle Lowcountry landscapes. A short drive from downtown will have you sunbathing, swimming and beachcombing along the Atlantic Ocean in no time. Charleston is justly famous for its carriage rides, historic homes and trendy oyster bars – but don’t forget to pack your bathing suit, too.Ī launchpad for beachgoers ready to enjoy some of South Carolina’s finest beaches, the city is located within easy distance of five barrier islands scattered across Charleston County and the neighboring Lowcountry.
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