Oh, how nice it would be to just be able to turn your back on reality and get away for a few days…right?
It’s not as tough as it sounds if you live in the Palmetto State. There are so many great South Carolina locations where you can drive a short distance to get away from it all and just chill. Here are some great islands in South Carolina where you can make that happen.
- Kiawah Island
Yelp/Joe S The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island is currently ranked in the top 10 most difficult courses in the U.S. If golf isn’t your cup of tea, don’t worry. There are plenty of things to keep you occupied on Kiawah - or not…
- Fripp Island
Flickr/Frank DiBona This barrier island is known mostly as a resort so it’s perfect for a getaway. They cater to guests all the time! You might recognize some of the spots here if you’re an avid fan of the movie “Forrest Gump.” Vacation rentals are aplenty on South Carolina’s Fripp Island.
- Hunting Island
Flickr/Dizzy Girl Hunting Island’s most well known landmark is the beloved Hunting Island Light. But there are plenty of things to do in South Carolina’s most visited State Park, like camp, spend the day at the beach and hike.
- Edisto Island
Flickr/Brandon Hixson This is the road to Botany Bay. Yes, it’s real and it really looks this dreamy. Edisto Island is very down-to-earth…but be careful…you might not want to leave.
- St Helena Island
Flickr/ehplen St Helena Island has a great traditional gullah flair. It’s a laid back place where you’re certain to feel relaxed. Visit the ruins of the Chapel of Ease while you’re there.
- Daufuskie Island
Flickr/US Embassy Canada Quiet little Daufuskie Island is mostly residential but there are a couple of resorts where you can hide away for some R&R. Daufuskie is the island immediately south of Hilton Head Island so you won’t be too far away from some great restaurants and night life.
- Folly Beach
Flickr/Doug Kerr A little farther north of Daufuskie you’ll find the hopping island of Folly, known by most as Folly Beach. Folly is laid back and unassuming and hits the spot if you’re looking to get away from it all and still feel connected to civilization.
- Isle of Palms
Flickr/Alistair Nicol Want to see Charleston and spend some time at the beach? This is a great place to make that dream come true. The Isle of Palms is only a stone’s throw from Charleston’s famous historic district.
- Sullivan’s Island
Flickr/Roland Turner Sullivan’s Island is separated from mainland America by a two-lane land bridge and the Intracoastal waterway. Visit Fort Moultrie used during the Civil War and others following it. Or just find your peaceful spot on the beach and soak up some great South Carolina sun.
Whatever your desire, you can find it on one of South Carolina’s great islands. From peace and solitude to great restaurants and fun beach locations it’s all awaiting you here in your home state.
Yelp/Joe S
The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island is currently ranked in the top 10 most difficult courses in the U.S. If golf isn’t your cup of tea, don’t worry. There are plenty of things to keep you occupied on Kiawah - or not…
Flickr/Frank DiBona
This barrier island is known mostly as a resort so it’s perfect for a getaway. They cater to guests all the time! You might recognize some of the spots here if you’re an avid fan of the movie “Forrest Gump.” Vacation rentals are aplenty on South Carolina’s Fripp Island.
Flickr/Dizzy Girl
Hunting Island’s most well known landmark is the beloved Hunting Island Light. But there are plenty of things to do in South Carolina’s most visited State Park, like camp, spend the day at the beach and hike.
Flickr/Brandon Hixson
This is the road to Botany Bay. Yes, it’s real and it really looks this dreamy. Edisto Island is very down-to-earth…but be careful…you might not want to leave.
Flickr/ehplen
St Helena Island has a great traditional gullah flair. It’s a laid back place where you’re certain to feel relaxed. Visit the ruins of the Chapel of Ease while you’re there.
Flickr/US Embassy Canada
Quiet little Daufuskie Island is mostly residential but there are a couple of resorts where you can hide away for some R&R. Daufuskie is the island immediately south of Hilton Head Island so you won’t be too far away from some great restaurants and night life.
Flickr/Doug Kerr
A little farther north of Daufuskie you’ll find the hopping island of Folly, known by most as Folly Beach. Folly is laid back and unassuming and hits the spot if you’re looking to get away from it all and still feel connected to civilization.
Flickr/Alistair Nicol
Want to see Charleston and spend some time at the beach? This is a great place to make that dream come true. The Isle of Palms is only a stone’s throw from Charleston’s famous historic district.
Flickr/Roland Turner
Sullivan’s Island is separated from mainland America by a two-lane land bridge and the Intracoastal waterway. Visit Fort Moultrie used during the Civil War and others following it. Or just find your peaceful spot on the beach and soak up some great South Carolina sun.
Have you been to each one of these yet?
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