Edisto Island is located on the southern tip of South Carolina. Early Native Americans fished and farmed the area and constructed villages that now exist as artifacts and shell mounds. During the Civil War, northern soldiers and teachers came. The unwelcome boil weevil came in the 1920s and in its wake vegetables replaced cotton fields. Currently, tourists come and rent homes or camp at Edisto State Park.
The fishing on Edisto Island attracts many visitors. Crabbing, shrimping, and deep sea or beach fishing yield good catches.
Edisto Island has a rich history. Some sites of interest include the shell mound at Edisto State Park, Sea Cloud Plantation and Bleak's Hall.
One way to make certain you don't miss a thing on Edisto Island is to take one of the several tours available. Led by experts, these tours will take guests around the island and describe the notable sites and show visitors things they should do.
The Plantation Golf Course on Edisto was renovated in 2007. The course is challenging and is considered one of the best in South Carolina.
Many come to simply enjoy and relax on the quite and pristine beaches. Biking is also a popular and great way to see the island.
There are many creeks and marshes they are assessable by boat tours. Some prefer to explore by renting a canoe, kayak or motorboat.