This Nighttime River Paddle To A Private Island Belongs On Your South Carolina Bucket List

The Waccamaw River is a beautiful river flowing 140 miles from its source, Lake Waccamaw in North Carolina, to the coast, emptying into Winyah Bay in Georgetown County. It's one of the most popular waterways in South Carolina for paddlers, and there are many different opportunities to explore this river. One of those is perhaps the most unique paddling adventure in South Carolina, allowing you to kayak to a private island by moonlight.

This one-of-a-kind nighttime adventure is offered by River Island Adventures of Longs, South Carolina, which is about 30 miles northeast of Myrtle Beach.

During the exclusive Sunset S'mores experience, you'll paddle for just a half mile down the Waccamaw River beneath the moon to a secluded 48-acre private island.

A kayak, headlamp, and life vest are all provided for the experience. It's a relaxing paddle along this brief portion of the river.

There is a pontoon boat available for any participants who'd rather ride than paddle.

Once you reach the island and step out of your kayaks ...

... you're treated to some tasty gourmet S'mores around a firepit! Be prepared to try some types of S'mores you've never had before.

It's a wonderful date night experience or fun to do with friends or your kids. You'll make the most incredible memories you won't be able to stop talking about.

You could also make some new friends.

The River Island Adventures staff are friendly and helpful as needed. They will do whatever it takes to make your experience as comfortable and as fun as possible.

You'll want to take some bug spray along and dress comfortably.

River Island Adventures offers other fun experiences, too, including Escape River Island, Survive River Island, Almost Naked and Afraid, guided kayak tours, river tubing, and pontoon boat tours. Visit the River Island Adventures website for complete details on each of these amazing opportunities and to book your Sunset S'mores paddle, the most unique paddling adventure in South Carolina.

Have you ever done a night paddle before?