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Daufuskie Island | Day Trips

14 March 2012
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Daufuskie Island Day Trips

Daufuskie Island is rich in Gullah history. A visit to the island is like stepping back in time. Read more here.

1. Ferry Boat Ride to Island
Haig Point Lighthouse(1)

(843)940-7704

Enjoy a 45 minute ferry ride to Daufuskie.

Since Daufuskie is an island without a bridge, you can only get here by passenger ferry or boat (no cars on the ferries).   Visit  the Daufuskie Island Ferry  website.   It runs 8 times a day on the same schedule every day, rain or shine. Limited ferry crossings are also available on holidays.

Whether you are just spending the day or staying a week, you will need land transportation to get around Daufuskie.  Renting a golf cart is the preferred method on the island.

alt2. Robert Kennedy Historic Trail walk –includes all historic sites of  the island

The Robert Kennedy Historic Trail winds its way around the island highlighting historically significant sites. Along the trail visitors will find the Billie Burn Museum, the Gullah Learning Center, tabby ruins, historic cemeteries & homes, and old logging railroad line. Read more here.

3. Lunch at a local restaurant 

The island has excellent seafood restaurant options for visitors.alt

Daufuskie Island | Dining

1 June 2011
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Daufuskie Island | Dining

Coffee House / Café

School Grounds Coffee
203 School Road | (919) 610-8808

Dining

D’Fuskie’s Store & Eatery
15 Haig Point Road | (843) 686-3200

Island Shack Café
111 Benjies Point Road | (843) 505-5111

Melrose Oyster House: Raw Bar & Beach Club
175 Avenue of Oaks | (678) 630-0410

Old Daufuskie Crab Company
256 Cooper River Landing Road | (843) 785-6652

The Sportsman at Melrose
10 Avenue of Oaks | sportsmanatmelrose@gmail.com

Up In Smoke BBQ 101
103 Buckthorn Lane | (843) 341-9255

Spirits (Breweries, Distilleries, and Wineries)

Daufuskie Island Distillery
270 Haig Point Road | (843) 342-4786

Silver Dew Winery
144 Beach Road | (843) 342-8687

Daufuskie Island | Tours

19 April 2011
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Daufuskie Island | Tours

Seasonal Hours – Please call for more information

Daufuskie Island Gullah Heritage Society Tours with Sallie Ann Robinson
Melrose Dock | (843) 686-2227
See and enjoy a Gullah Tour on Daufuskie through the eyes and memories of a sixth generation Gullah native, and one of Pat Conroy ‘s students when he taught on Daufuskie Island. Celebrity chef, television personality, and cookbook author Sallie Ann Robinson is renowned for her culinary expertise, entertaining presentations, and knowledge of Southeastern United States Gullah culture.

Freeport Marina & Calibogue Cruises
18 Simmons Road | (843) 342-8687 or (843) 785-8242
The marina offers several types of tours ranging from narrated historic bus tours, self-guided golf cart tours to nature and dinner boat tours. Accessible only by boat, this tour takes visitors to the Island’s winery, church, plantation and lighthouse.
Golf carts available for self-guided tour.

Robert Kennedy Historic Trail Self-Guided Tour
Various Locations | (843) 384-6363
To experience the Gullah history of Daufuskie Island, follow the Robert Kennedy Trail. The trail maps out 20 historic landmarks that depict the Daufuskie Gullah way of life that has been present for so many generations.  Download the map or pick up a copy at the Billie Burn Museum, then set out and see history come to life.
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Tour Daufuskie Guided Tours
50 Melrose Landing Road | (843) 842-9449
Allow the local guides to take you through a back-in-time experience on a historic, quirky, rustic, under-developed and relatively unknown island. On this very popular guided History & Artisans tour, you will learn about the rich Gullah, American Indian, and Civil War history that makes this bridgeless island so significant.

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Daufuskie Island | Shopping

19 April 2011
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Daufuskie Island Shopping

Chasseur Wine
23 Tabby Circle | (703) 283-7170

D’Fuskie’s Store & Eatery
15 Haig Point Road | (843) 686-3200

Daufuskie Blues
203 School Road | (843) 707-2664 or (843) 368-3717

Daufuskie Island Distillery
270 Haig Point Road | (843) 342-4786

Daufuskie Soap Co.
228 School Road | (843) 247-1772

Freeport Marina
211 Cooper River Landing Road | (843) 785-8242

The Iron Fish
168 Benjies Point Road | (843) 842-9448

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Daufuskie Island | Sights to See

19 April 2011
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Daufuskie Island Sights to See

Bloody Point Lighthouse Museum
Daufuskie Island | (843) 342-8687
Constructed in 1882 and in service for half a century, the Bloody Point Lighthouse marked the coastline to guide boaters into the channel, and aid in safe passage into and out of the Savannah River. Today it is a well preserved historic structure which houses a collection of artifacts and documents telling the story of Daufuskie of the last century. An interpretive garden featuring heritage crops of the Low Country, such as cotton, rice and indigo is located on the grounds of the museum.

Daufuskie Island History Museum
44 Old Haig Point Road, Daufuskie Island | (843) 342-8687
The museum’s collection reflects the history of Daufuskie Island from its pre-Colonial days through the mid-20th century.

Robert Kennedy Historic Trail
Various Locations, Daufuskie Island | (843) 384-6363
This trail maps out 20 of Daufuskie’s cultural and historical landmarks. Download or pick up your hard copy map at the Billie Burn Museum.
Daufuskie Gullah History Trail Blog Post

Daufuskie Island | Accommodations

19 April 2010
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Daufuskie Island | Accommodations

Vacation & Property Rentals

Daufuskie Rental Group
163 Avenue of Oaks | (843) 540-8986
Daufuskie Rental Group offers premier cottages, villas, and houses on beautiful Daufuskie Island, SC. Their top-rated staff provide logistical assistance for getting here, and we delight in introducing visitors to their very special island.

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Brown Pelicans are a regular site around the coastal waters of the SC Lowcountry. This beautiful image was captured by Jay Wooster. 🦅

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Discover at your own leisure at the coastaldiscoverymuseum 🌳 From century-old buildings with storied pasts, to wooden boardwalks that stretch into the Jarvis Creek salt marsh, there`s always something to explore!

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Discover at your own leisure at the coastaldiscoverymuseum 🌳 From century-old buildings with storied pasts, to wooden boardwalks that stretch into the Jarvis Creek salt marsh, there's always something to explore!

Spanish moss drapes the live oak trees that are ubiquitous to the Edisto Island area. Did you know that Edisto gets its name from the native Edistow people? The Edistow Native Americans were a sub tribe of the Cusabo indians, a group of Native Americans who lived along the Atlantic coast in South Carolina.

⏰ Best time of the day to visit: Stop by mid-morning. That way you can explore the island, grab lunch, and stay for the amazing sunset if you choose.

🏖️ Things to do while there: Edisto Environmental Learning Center, Boneyard Beach, Scott Creek Inlet, Big Bay Creek, SeaCow Eatery.

☀️ Things to visit in the area: Jungle Road Park, Bay Creek Park, Otter Islands, Spanish Mount Point.

📆 Best time of the year to visit: For warmer weather come anywhere from March-August.

🏨 Where to stay: Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort (frippislandrsrt), Seabrook Island Club (seabrook_sc), The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort (kiawahresort), Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn (andellinn).

Photo by qcphotographer

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Spanish moss drapes the live oak trees that are ubiquitous to the Edisto Island area. Did you know that Edisto gets its name from the native Edistow people? The Edistow Native Americans were a sub tribe of the Cusabo indians, a group of Native Americans who lived along the Atlantic coast in South Carolina.⏰ Best time of the day to visit: Stop by mid-morning. That way you can explore the island, grab lunch, and stay for the amazing sunset if you choose.🏖️ Things to do while there: Edisto Environmental Learning Center, Boneyard Beach, Scott Creek Inlet, Big Bay Creek, SeaCow Eatery.☀️ Things to visit in the area: Jungle Road Park, Bay Creek Park, Otter Islands, Spanish Mount Point.📆 Best time of the year to visit: For warmer weather come anywhere from March-August.🏨 Where to stay: Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort (frippislandrsrt), Seabrook Island Club (seabrook_sc), The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort (kiawahresort), Charleston Kiawah Island/Andell Inn (andellinn).Photo by qcphotographer

A visitor takes a leisurely stroke under a canopy of live oaks draped with Spanish moss in the Palmetto Bluff (palmettobluff) neighborhood of Bluffton, South Carolina. Palmetto Bluff is a picturesque community that sits in the heart of Lowcountry. Nestled along the May River, it’s abundant with beautiful walking trails, historic sites, and stunning views.

⏰ Best time of the day to visit: There is no wrong time to visit Palmetto Bluff. However, we highly recommend sticking around for one of their spectacular sunsets.

🛶 Things to do while there: Stop by Cole’s for some regionally inspired Southern fare, paddle board, kayak, or canoe along the May River, go saltwater fishing, take a tour at Bluffton Jack`s Old Town Tours.

🌊 Things to visit in the area: Palmetto Bluff Conservancy, Old Town Bluffton, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park, May River Sandbar, Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center (heywardhouse).

📆 Best time of the year to visit: For the best weather, we recommend visiting between March and May or from September to November.

🏨 Where to stay: The Montage Palmetto Bluff Resort (montagepalmettobluff) is the only resort in Palmetto Bluff. However, there are plenty of places to stay in the surrounding areas including: Old Town Bluffton Inn (oldtownblufftoninn), The Inn & Club at Harbour Town (theinnandclubatharbourtown), Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island (sonestahhi).

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A visitor takes a leisurely stroke under a canopy of live oaks draped with Spanish moss in the Palmetto Bluff (palmettobluff) neighborhood of Bluffton, South Carolina. Palmetto Bluff is a picturesque community that sits in the heart of Lowcountry. Nestled along the May River, it’s abundant with beautiful walking trails, historic sites, and stunning views.⏰ Best time of the day to visit: There is no wrong time to visit Palmetto Bluff. However, we highly recommend sticking around for one of their spectacular sunsets.🛶 Things to do while there: Stop by Cole’s for some regionally inspired Southern fare, paddle board, kayak, or canoe along the May River, go saltwater fishing, take a tour at Bluffton Jack's Old Town Tours.🌊 Things to visit in the area: Palmetto Bluff Conservancy, Old Town Bluffton, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park, May River Sandbar, Heyward House Museum and Welcome Center (heywardhouse).📆 Best time of the year to visit: For the best weather, we recommend visiting between March and May or from September to November.🏨 Where to stay: The Montage Palmetto Bluff Resort (montagepalmettobluff) is the only resort in Palmetto Bluff. However, there are plenty of places to stay in the surrounding areas including: Old Town Bluffton Inn (oldtownblufftoninn), The Inn & Club at Harbour Town (theinnandclubatharbourtown), Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island (sonestahhi).Photo by jpgriceoz

Riding into the weekend like...

Isn`t this live oak tree tunnel beautiful? Live oak, draped in Spanish moss, is emblematic of South Carolina and many of the Southern states. We love these iconic trees, not only for their beauty, but their history as well. The average lifespan of a live oak is 300 years!

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Riding into the weekend like...Isn't this live oak tree tunnel beautiful? Live oak, draped in Spanish moss, is emblematic of South Carolina and many of the Southern states. We love these iconic trees, not only for their beauty, but their history as well. The average lifespan of a live oak is 300 years!Photo by qcphotographer

The shore gently recedes beneath the stunning Pawleys Island Pier. The unique island town, located about 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach and 70 miles north of Charleston, exudes laid-back, beachy vibes. Locals have definitely adopted an island state of mind and encourage visitors to as well. When you go, make sure to relax on the beach, explore the famous sand dunes, or fish in one of the many adjacent creeks.

⏰ Best time of the day to visit: We guarantee that you’re going to want to spend a whole day here. We recommend getting to the beach at around 10am.

🗓️ Best time of the year: Pawleys Island has the best weather during the spring and early summer months.

🏖️ Things to do while there: Pawleys Island Nature Park, Pawleys Island Chapel, Hopsewee Plantation.

🐠 Things to visit in the area: Brookgreen Gardens (brookgreen_gardens), take a walking ghost tour, Myrtle Beach (mymyrtlebeach), Harborwalk Marina, South Carolina Maritime Museum (southcarolinamaritimemuseum).

🏨 Where to stay: The Oceanfront Litchfield Inn (oceanfrontlitchfieldinn), Litchfield Beach and Golf Resort (litchfieldbeachandgolf), Sea View Inn (seaviewinn), 620 Prince (620prince).

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The shore gently recedes beneath the stunning Pawleys Island Pier. The unique island town, located about 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach and 70 miles north of Charleston, exudes laid-back, beachy vibes. Locals have definitely adopted an island state of mind and encourage visitors to as well. When you go, make sure to relax on the beach, explore the famous sand dunes, or fish in one of the many adjacent creeks.⏰ Best time of the day to visit: We guarantee that you’re going to want to spend a whole day here. We recommend getting to the beach at around 10am.🗓️ Best time of the year: Pawleys Island has the best weather during the spring and early summer months.🏖️ Things to do while there: Pawleys Island Nature Park, Pawleys Island Chapel, Hopsewee Plantation.🐠 Things to visit in the area: Brookgreen Gardens (brookgreen_gardens), take a walking ghost tour, Myrtle Beach (mymyrtlebeach), Harborwalk Marina, South Carolina Maritime Museum (southcarolinamaritimemuseum).🏨 Where to stay: The Oceanfront Litchfield Inn (oceanfrontlitchfieldinn), Litchfield Beach and Golf Resort (litchfieldbeachandgolf), Sea View Inn (seaviewinn), 620 Prince (620prince).Photo by qcphotographer

What were your weekend views today? #DiscoverSC 📸📍Botany Bay Beach: charlestonshopcurator

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What were your weekend views today? #DiscoverSC 📸📍Botany Bay Beach: charlestonshopcurator

Headed down the road....Edisto Island. #edisto #sclowcountry #trees #endofday #beauty #islandsofsc

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Headed down the road....Edisto Island. #edisto #sclowcountry #trees #endofday #beauty #islandsofsc

Angel Oak, Johns Island, South Carolina. ⠀
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The Angel Oak Tree is a Southern live oak (Quercus virginiana) located in Angel Oak Park on Johns Island near Charleston, South Carolina. The Angel Oak Tree is estimated to be at least 400 and possibly up to 1400 years old It stands 66.5 ft (20 m) tall, measures 28 ft (8.5 m) in circumference, and produces shade that covers 17,200 square feet (1,600 m2). Its longest branch distance is 187 ft. in length. ⠀
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Angel Oak, Johns Island, South Carolina. ⠀ ⠀ The Angel Oak Tree is a Southern live oak (Quercus virginiana) located in Angel Oak Park on Johns Island near Charleston, South Carolina. The Angel Oak Tree is estimated to be at least 400 and possibly up to 1400 years old It stands 66.5 ft (20 m) tall, measures 28 ft (8.5 m) in circumference, and produces shade that covers 17,200 square feet (1,600 m2). Its longest branch distance is 187 ft. in length. ⠀ ⠀ #angeloak #angeloaktree #southcarolina #johnsisland #charleston #DiscoverSC #lowcountry #SCLowcountry #lowcountrylife #igerssouthcarolina #blackandwhite #b&w #oaktree #legacyoak #blackandwhite #blackandwhitephotography #totravelistolive #travel_captures #travellove #travelpics #travelpic #travelbug #travelandlife #lifeisajourney #adventuroussoul

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