For its Southern charms and seaside setting its hard to surpass Charleston, home to a historic downtown, a thriving arts scene and an abundance of lively pubs and clubs.
A fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided interpretive trail traverses embankments built by humans dating back to the 1700's. The embankments and ditches were built to create a patchwork of fields or impoundments for rice production during the lucrative rice era of the lowcountry. Interpretive signs inform visitors of the history of this magnificent swamp.
With water pooling on both sides of the trail, travelers will witness a wide array of wildlife, from the wood duck to the yellowbelly slider turtle and the great blue heron. Alligators float in the serene pools alongside the trail, while a liver otters occasionally scoots across the scenic footpath.
Details
Length:
2 miles
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
1 hour
Season:
Year Round
Camping Info
Camping: not permitted
Additional Details:
During temperate months, be prepared for biting insects and high temperatures. Be advised of big game and waterfowl hunting seasons. Avoid using the trail during excessively wet periods. Restrictions: Hikers and day use only; no camping.
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