The Edisto Beach, SC Blog

Edisto Beach is the type of place that gets inside you. It’s the warm, salty air; the Spanish moss that drapes itself across the branches of live oak trees and canopies the sandy roads; and the way time slow down so you can savor every moment. No matter how many times you’ve been to the … Continue reading Get to Know Edisto Through Ecotourism!

There’s a quarter-mile stretch just past a maritime forest and wide expanse of marsh that lleads to a soft, sandy beach lined with sun-bleached trees that reach up from the Atlantic Ocean. This path takes the adventurous straight to the beach at Botany Bay Plantation Heritage Preserve Wildlife Management Area. Botany Bay is one of … Continue reading What’s Really Magical About Botany Bay

A trip to the island isn’t complete without spending time out on the water. Before we get any deeper into this, here’s a disclaimer: If you don’t have a boat, you might get jealous while reading this post. Many times, visitors staying on the island rent homes with deepwater access. That means these individuals can … Continue reading Edisto: The Boat Owner’s Paradise

Everyone loves a good beach vacation and that includes your dogs. If you come to Edisto Beach and struggle with the decision of whether to bring your dog with you or not, perhaps these tips will help you out. If you’re renting a house or a condo, check out the pet policy. After all, many … Continue reading Dog Days of Summer: Tips for Bringing Fido to Edisto Beach

Even after dozens of visits to Edisto Beach, there’s always something new to discover. If you’re ready to have your mind blown with some not-so-secret gems in town, then keep reading. Did you know there are a handful of parks in the town of the beach? Of course almost everyone is aware of the fact … Continue reading Edisto Area Parks (Some You May Not Know About)

It’s a simple fact that Edisto Beach has the best shrimp in the entire world. It’s sweeter, juicier, and meatier than its counterparts anywhere else. That’s why when people come down to Edisto for vacation, they typically spend an inordinate amount of time trying to get their hands and mouths on these delicious little creatures. … Continue reading Edisto Beach has the best shrimp in the entire world

After countless trips to Edisto Beach, any true die-hard fan of this piece of paradise knows each trip is as good as the last. Now that the summer season is here and in full throttle, it’s time to get ready for your next trip. Take a look at this list to see if you’re prepared … Continue reading 5 Ways to Get in the Edisto State of Mind

There’s a time in every Edisto-lover’s life when you’re hit with the realization that you don’t just love Edisto, you’re full on obsessed with Edisto. If you ever find yourself out and about thinking or doing one of the following things, then you may have to admit to yourself that you are fully addicted to … Continue reading 5 Reasons Why we Are Addicted to Edisto Beach

Edisto Beach is committed to conservation and preservation. That’s why the town makes a concerted effort to protect the area’s animals and nature as a whole, especially the loggerhead sea turtles.   Loggerhead sea turtles are an endangered species that nest all along Edisto Beach, the beach at nearby Botany Bay, and on the nearby … Continue reading Protecting the Loggerheads (and how you can help)

You don’t need to rush once you get to the beach. In fact, the only thing that rushes in Edisto Beach is the surf as is ebbs and flows on the coast. That’s why when you get to town, it’s important to settle in and settle down and explore the island. And there’s no better … Continue reading Explore Edisto by Bike!

There are two types of people on Edisto Beach: Those who love golf carts and those who hate them with a passion. Admittedly, being behind a golf cart on Jungle Road while trying to get to the Bi-Lo for that last-minute ingredient can be maddening, but the fact is, golf carts are legal to be … Continue reading Golf Carts: Rules to Consider this Season

It’s been a crazy couple of years in terms of weather on Edisto Beach. Hurricanes, flooding and now a winter storm haven given Edisto a taste of what mother nature has to offer. This week’s winter storm that dumped inches of snow and ice in the lowcountry has turned our island into a winter wonderland. … Continue reading A Taste of What Mother Nature has to Offer

For many, the spirit of Christmas comes the day after Thanksgiving. For those of us spending time at the beach, it begins today. If you’re in the area and want to get a taste of how Edisto Beach does Christmas, then take a look at all of the events happening this weekend. Take part in … Continue reading How Edisto Beach Does Christmas

Two of the island’s most beloved locations are now closed for the remainder of the year. Botany Bay Plantation and the Edisto Beach State Park, both the island and beach locations, are closed due to damage. Botany Bay just reopened on July 15, but is now closed due to the damage from the storm. Sadly, … Continue reading Botany Bay, Edisto Beach State Park Closed for the Year