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If you haven't already it is about time to start thinking about your summer vacation!
For most of you school is out or finishing up and you need to find that perfect vacation. I have to laugh because my husband gives me a hard time as I usually have an itinerary for our vacations. There are some of us that want to go-go-go on vacations and some who want to relax. As for me I want to see any unique attractions that vacation spot has to offer, but there are some vacations I want to be lazy, and "less can more"!
Beaufort, South Carolina can be a vacation you can do either.
Hunting Island State Park is located 18 miles outside the coastal town of Beaufort, SC.
You will see all the wildlife that the South Carolina coast has to offer from alligators, deer, loggerhead turtles (that nest on the island in the summer), wood storks, tanagers, herons, and many more. Watch your step, you may even come across an eastern diamondback rattlesnake!
As far as lodging, Hunting Island State Park offers only one cabin rental, RV hook-up sites, camping sites, a primitive site for groups, and of course you can always stay in Beaufort at one of the many hotels.
The Beaufort area includes activities for everyone: laying on the beach, camping, boating, picnics, swimming, fishing, climbing a lighthouse, educational history, drive in movie, walking trails, movie tours, photo safaris, fishing charters, golf, trolley/carriage/buggy tours, art galleries and much more!
We cannot forget the food! The best local seafood is served in the restaurants of Beaufort. Top choices include shrimp and grits, crab cakes, fried green tomatoes, crab dip, Lowcountry boil (or frogmore stew).
If you also like to travel to areas during times of festivals or events , Beaufort has the 58th Annual Water Festival July 19-28, 2013. This event brings crafts, food, live music, street dance, athletic activities, water and air events, parade, talent show and much, much more! You are sure to have a good time.
The Beaufort area is also the home to the eastern United States Marine Corps training station and Air Station.
South Carolina has their own American Idol now Candice Glover! She is from the St. Helena area just outside of Beaufort, SC!
Be my guest to post any comments, questions, or any memories you have of the Beaufort, South Carolina area. I would love to read them!
Nichole
One of my childhood memories. Going to Hunting Island Beach. Aunt Bonnie and mama would make some of the best lunches. Going to the top of the lighthouse. I would not want to live anywhere else in the world. h
ReplyDeleteHave traveled and lived in a few places but always end up back in South Carolina. Have the best of beaches and then the best of the mountains.