Paddling on the Edisto River
In South Carolina Near Charleston, Columbia, Savannah

The Edisto River is a free flowing blackwater river that has a fairly constant current between 2 and 4 mph. Bottomland hardwoods cover most of the banks so strainers are numerous. No rapids, white water, or dams are found anywhere on the Edisto.

Self-Guided Canoe and Kayak Trips

Our most popular day trip is ten-miles long starting in a Cypress/Tupelo swamp on the Edisto River Refuge and ending at our Canadys Outpost. On the 22-mile overnight trip there is lodging available at one of our treehouses or you may camp on any of the numerous sand banks along the route.

There is more to see and do on the Edisto River, South Carolina than you can possibly cover in a single outing. For those seeking more time to unwind, we can help you plan a trip on the Edisto that takes up to ten days.

Your fully outfitted day trip includes:

• Safety Orientation
• Canoe or kayak
• Paddles
• PFD (personal floatation device)
• Transportation to the launch site

All you provide is lunch and a sense of adventure. Cost: $30/person.

Guided Canoe Trips

We offer trips for groups of 4 or more people. Guided kayak trips offer the added enjoyment of learning more about the river ecology through the interpretive skills of our professional guides. Our guide staff is well versed in environmental aspects, safety, and river rescue techniques. Cost: Includes canoe rental. $88/per person.

Nearby Outdoor Adventures

Coastal Sea Kayaking in South Carolina

Our sister company in Mt. Pleasant, Coastal Expeditions, offers naturalist led kayak tours, rentals, sales and instruction. Explore with them a variety of ecosystems from coastal barrier islands and salt marsh creeks to historic rice fields.

Ferry to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - 45 minutes from Charleston

For those that prefer an eco experience without paddling, the Bulls Island Ferry is perfect. Enjoy a 30-minute ferry ride through salt marsh creeks, then stroll the island's 16 miles of walking trails. This 64,000 acre refuge is part of the longest stretch of protected coastline on the East coast ... great for birding, shelling and dolphin watching.