Visit The Northernmost Point Of The Grand Strand For An Unforgettable Experience
It’s not every day that you have an opportunity or even just learn of a place to explore that is truly a remote and hidden gem. But today is that day. Did you know that the northernmost point of South Carolina’s coast is a private island that you can explore but that can only be reached by kayak or on land by horseback? Keep reading for more on this unforgettable adventure in South Carolina.
Waties Island, which you'll see spelled "Waites" in places, is located at the northernmost point of our state at the North Carolina border of our coastline.
Inlet Point Plantation offers one-hour beach horseback riding tours onto the island for ages 7 and up. You will cross over from a point on the beach with a pathway and bridge leading to Waties Island.
Sunset tours are available as well as private proposal rides. It's also a perfectly unique and romantic date night or anniversary celebration activity.
If you'd rather travel to the Island by water or if you'd like the opportunity to explore on foot a little, you'll want to book a kayak tour with Glass Bottom Kayak Tours. You can choose between a regular kayak or one that is clear where you can see into the water through the kayak!
You may see tracks where the turtles have made their way onto the beach to lay nests. Depending on the timing of your visit, you may get to watch the baby sea turtles hatch and possibly even see them making their way to the ocean!
Had you ever heard of Waties Island before? Have you explored an uninhabited island in South Carolina, whether Waties Island or a different one? What was your experience like? Share about it with us in the comments section below!
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Address: Waties Island, South Carolina, South Carolina 29582, USA
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South Carolina has been home for AnneMarie since 2001. Her favorite part of the state is Lake Jocassee. An App State alumna, it's always the mountains; the lake bonus makes it heavenly. When not writing about the state, she may be spending time with family, relaxing by the pool, or out somewhere enjoying nature.
