The Best Places for Sightseeing on Edisto Island, South Carolina

Edisto Island, located off of South Carolina, is a popular getaway for people looking for a quiet place to relax. Since the climate is warm all year, Edisto Island attracts people who enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, biking and boating.

Edisto Island Museum

The Edisto Island Museum is a small museum that focuses on the island's 300-year history. Admission is $4 for adults, $3 for children and $2 for seniors; special exhibits include nature painting and the art of sweetgrass basket making.

Edisto Island Serpentarium

The Edisto Island Serpentarium opened in 1999 and is dedicated to the art of snake-hunting. Featuring a variety of snakes in natural habitats, the Serpentarium also has other reptiles such as turtles, lizards and alligators.

Edisto Beach State Park

Edisto Beach State Park offers beautiful beaches famous for some of the tallest palmetto trees in the state; the park also offers extensive walking and biking trails.

The Pink Van Tour

The Pink Van Tour is a 2.5 hour tour that takes in more than 25 historical sites on the island. Much of the tour is dedicated to learning about the island's history and heritage.

Indian Mound Trail

This easy, 4-mile trail is considered one of the most beautiful walks along the South Carolina coast, culminating near ancient, Native American shell mounds believed to be more than 4,000 years old.

References

• Edisto Island Museum
• Edisto Island Chamber of Commerce
• Indian Mound Trail