Ok, as a teacher, always start with positive. The park was nice. Well kept. You can see the pride…read more However, why would anyone want to announce their political party? They have a huge Trump 2024 sign which says if you're with Biden, keep on riding. Had I had a choice, I would have left. There were Don't Tread on me flags too. Will not be returning here which is too bad.

This campground was a bit peculiar for us. We are very glad that we came under the night sky…read morebecause it seemed somewhat hostile politically. There is a different Trump banner, flag, or paraphernalia about every 10 feet and giant Trump banners on all the sides of the buildings when I say giant I'm talking 6x10. We are from California, a blue state and in the red states we aren't that popular. They even had a sign that said ... If you are riding with Biden, keep on driving! Whoa! They didn't ask us when we phoned in to make our reservation for the night. But we left in a hurry before dawn broke. I didn't go into the bathroom because my husband said they were disgusting. He said the office, when he looked in the window, was also not clean. But, the only good part was the price was not bad and we had electricity.

You can't go wrong with this place . Very friendly & fun…read more It's a must stop. We come here twice a year.

Really lovely spot right off I-95. Playground, clean sites, nice bathroom, wine bar, local beer on…read moretap, fresh pizza, dog park, walking trail. I just can't say enough about this campground. They really go out of their way to make your stay nice. Apparently, it's a stop over for Florida bound travelers. We decided to stay an extra day. Oh, lots of cable channels and strong wi-fi. I'm a fan. Has a barista that will rival any Starbucks.

The farm was so nice! The owners were so personable. We enjoyed the animals, the peace & quiet…read moreand the cleanliness's of the campground.

Super cute campground!! We stayed overnight on the way back home from FL and we would definitely do…read moreit again. The owners are great, really friendly. While we were still setting up, she came over to welcome us to the campground. The farm animals are fantastic! Too cute!! We didn't know anything about the area, but found our way into town, only 15 minutes away.

Great place to relax and enjoy! Dog friendly Owner Mark is…read morefriendly and always available to help and make your stay pleasant! lots of room to sit outside and enjoy the peaceful countr setting!!

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We just got back from a canoe trip that included spending the night in the large treehouse. We had…read morean amazing time. Chris, the owner is an approachable guy with energy and excitement. We somehow forgot to bring water with us for our trip and he quickly offered to let us use his 5 gallon water jug (for no cost and he filled it for us). Booking was easy , directions and details were clear. Paddle was somewhat easy and just long enough to enjoy without getting overly tired. This is a unique experience that I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a river, canoe and nature. Seems to stay booked pretty solid during the warm months so plan with plenty of time.

What a hidden gem in South Carolina. We had a wonderful weekend away to relax and unwind in one of…read moretheir three treehouses. Day 1 was about a twelve mile canoe trip (4-5 hours on the water) and day 2 was 10 miles (about 3-4 hours)- they provided maps of the river and mile markers posted on bird feeders along the route. The treehouses are extremely well maintained, sturdy, and clean. They provided cookware (pots, pans, utensils, etc.), as well as indoor and outdoor grills, a french press for coffee, soap, cookie spray, matches, board games, a hammock, and a lovely fire pit. Our treehouse slept 2, but there is a 3-4 person and a 6-8 (I think). Ours had one couch in the main room and an upper loft with a mattress and pillows (all extremely clean). Bring your own blankets or some sleeping bags, though. This is the last year under current management. The couple who currently own it built it all by hand and the love they put into it absolutely shows. They have confidence in the new owners taking over and we can't wait to see what the new people do with it going forward. If I could give them 6 stars, I would, but 5 will have to do. This is a treasure of South Carolina and you need to check it out immediately (but maybe keep it a Spring and Fall activity- there's no A/C).

Lots of paths to discover and access to Edisto River. Nice gall for gatherings and park personnel…read moreare great

Welcome to Givhans Ferry State Park just off of highway 61. This park named after a ferry master…read morefrom the late 1700's named Philip Givhans. He ran a ferry down the Edisto river from Charleston to Augusta Georgia. The original site has been preserved within the park. This is a relaxing and tranquil place to unwind and shed the burden of city life. They offer a park, tent and RV camping spots as well as a few cabins. In the spring and fall they offer weekend music festivals,and they also offer the Edisto River Adventures which offer a full service tubing experience down the Edisto river from May through fall. This place is a must visit great for singles or families.

#HNY2018 Yahhh, I hiked Barnwell State Prk SC today with…read moresome like minded explorers!! We met promptly at 1pm and hiked the prk for 2 miles, the park ranger was very knowledgeable and led us on a wonderful trek. There are 3 ponds for boating or fishing, I wouldnt swim in lakes due to alligators and snakes... I would most def go back and use the facility for hiking, fishing, cabins, or camping. The park was clean and well kept, free entry but it is always kind to leave a donation! Oh almost forgort there is a natural spring fountain that you can drink from! Great way to start the N Year '18, this will be a Yrly trek for us!!

Quiet and beautiful escape. Cabins are appropriately appointed. Don't count on the tv service…read morethough. It's spotty. Good thing I didn't come here for the tv. It's a good place to decompress. I'll be back when it's warmer for sure.

From a wildlife photographer's standpoint, Hunting Island State Park is one of the most…read morecomposition-rich coastal environments on the East Coast. The boneyard beach is the anchor. The driftwood structures aren't just visually interesting--they create natural leading lines, foreground framing, and layered depth that elevate otherwise standard coastal shots. At sunrise, when you get low-angle light cutting across the textures, it turns into a high-yield shooting window. This is where you can separate your work from typical "flat beach" imagery. The wildlife density is solid and consistent. Wading birds--egrets, herons, ibis--are active along the marsh edges and tidal pools, especially during falling tide. You can realistically work behavior (feeding, flight, interaction) rather than just static portraits. The maritime forest adds another layer with deer that are relatively tolerant of quiet movement, giving you opportunities for cleaner environmental compositions instead of tight, compressed shots. Lighting conditions are a major advantage. You've got: * Sunrise over the Atlantic clean directional light for beach/driftwood work * Golden hour in the marsh warm side light with reflective water surfaces * Fog/mist mornings soft, diffused conditions that simplify backgrounds From a technical standpoint, longer glass (600mm + extender like you run) is ideal for bird work, but you'll want something in the 24-105 range as well--the environment here is strong enough to justify wider compositions, especially when you can integrate wildlife into the scene. Accessibility is another win. You don't have to hike miles to get into productive zones, which means more time shooting and less time moving gear. That matters when you're trying to maximize short light windows. Bottom line: this is a portfolio-building location, not just a casual stop. If you time tides and light correctly, you can walk away with both strong wildlife captures and high-end environmental compositions in a single session.

It is beautiful! The maritime forest drive, the lagoon with pelicans, the boneyard beach and the…read morelighthouse!!

While not much of the plantation exists, it's a great place to see. My favorite is the beach. It's…read morean easy trail mostly sandy to walk, through the marsh and woody areas it opens up. At high tide it's a tricky walk as sadly there's a lot of natural erosion happening. There are a lot of shells that are so pretty, you are not allowed to take but admire. The beach is heavily populated with remnants of trees and driftwood. Lots of signage to learn from. The drive through the tour has landmarks to stop at. Free adventure

What a gem we have here! It's pure untouched natural beauty and a very pleasant place to walk along…read morethe beach, tide pools and even the grounds of the old plantation, which only has a 18th century garden shed and an early 19th century green house that looks like a Victorian church. Peaceful and serene!

Love it here and is a great beach camp site. Each site has a faucet, charging station, fire pit,…read moreand parking. You get to sleep on the beach sand (we pitched a tent) and fall asleep to the waves and wake up to the sound of waves. Crawl out of your tent to sand and palm trees. It's just perfect. But wait, there's more... next to each campsite there's a path that takes you straight to the beach. There's also a communal bathroom with showers that's super clean. Great spot to go to if you wanna get away from civilization.

Great location and camping area. Staff very helpful and…read morefriendly Only negative is site Beach 3 It's a hill not a campsite Also I would not allow more than 2 dogs per site Tired of being barked at...