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Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site Jessen Boat Landing
An archeological treasure, the park along the One of the access points to the upper
Ashley River rests on the original site of Dorchester, Ashley River Blue Trail, Jessen Landing also has a
a trading town that flourished from 1697 through walking trail, boardwalk, and picnic tables.
the Revolutionary War. You’ll find the best-preserved 4820 Ladson Road Extension
“tabby” (a concrete made from lime, sand and oyster Summerville, SC 29485
shells) fortification in the country; a self-guided (843) 832-0193
interpretive trail with kiosks and signs explaining the dorchestercountysc.gov/parks
history of the town site; the old brick bell tower of St.
George’s Anglican Church, and ongoing archaeological Oakbrook Nature Trail
excavations that visitors can view. Located just off Springview Lane near
300 State Park Road (off Dorchester Road) Summerville Medical Center, this winding GOLF COURSES
Summerville, SC 29485 trail covers a 12-acre tract of land that has Occasional and avid golfers alike can enjoy the
(843) 873-1740 been designated by the US Army Corps of mild climate, natural beauty, and challenging terrains of
Engineers as a conservation area. The 3,600-foot gravel Summerville’s finest golf courses.
Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail trail gives way to wooden boardwalks to span three
The Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail is a delineated wetland areas. Learn more Coosaw Creek Country Club
recreational gem comprised of a series of access at visitsummerville.com.
sites and points of interest along a 62-mile stretch of Coosaw Creek is a member-owned, semi-private
the Edisto River’s Main Stem between Colleton and Rosebrock Park golf course and country club in a gated community
Dorchester counties. At roughly the halfway point in the Rosebrock Park features picnic facilities and with more than 500 stately homes. The 18-hole, Par
trail, the river makes a sharp southward turn near Four 71 Arthur Hills-designed golf course was named
Holes Swamp and passes Givhans Ferry State Park. 1.5 miles of hiking trails that lead from the parking lot the 2014 Charleston Golf Course of the Year by the
trailhead through 70 acres of protected bottomland
With ample camping and access throughout its length, Charleston Golf Course Owners Association. The course
the Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail offers a variety forest and wetlands to the banks of the Ashley winds throughout the community and its wetlands
of single and multi-day trips for all ability levels Scenic River. surrounded by the natural beauty of majestic oaks
(843) 549-5445 507 Beech Hill Road and towering pines. A complete golf practice facility
ercktrail.org Summerville, SC 29485 equipped with a natural grass driving range, a chipping
(843) 832-0193 and a putting green is located near the clubhouse. As a
Givhans Ferry State Park dorchestercountysc.gov/parks venue for events from elegant parties to unforgettable
The Edisto River, the longest free-flowing black weddings, the banquet facility can accommodate a
water stream in North America, is the focal point of Sawmill Branch Trail small group or a large function. The clubhouse features
this popular state park. The park is part of the 56-mile The trail starts at East Richardson Avenue two conference rooms designed to accommodate
long Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail and offers and ends near the Summerville YMCA facility in business meetings.
views from the limestone river bluff as well as camping, Oakbrook. The nearly seven-mile-long paved 4110 Club Course Drive
cabins, event facilities, trails, picnicking, and fishing. walk, run and bike trail borders the Sawmill Branch North Charleston, SC 29420
746 Givhans Ferry Road as it winds through the town and has several (843) 767-9000
Ridgeville, SC 29472 connection points to neighborhoods and parking
(843) 873-0692 areas along the way. Legend Oaks Golf Club
southcarolinaparks.com/givhansferry/ (843) 851-5211 Legend Oaks Golf Club is on scenic Highway 61
introduction.aspx visitsummerville.com on the site of a former rice plantation. Named the 2010
South Carolina Golf Course of the Year, one of the
top 100 Courses in the Carolinas, and one of the Top
Three Lowcountry Courses, Legend Oaks is genuine
Lowcountry golf at its finest. Legend Oaks Golf & Tennis
Club is a classic layout nestled in Charleston’s Historic
Plantation area and is open to the public seven days a
week. Legend Oaks is also a popular Southern wedding
venue and has been voted “The Knot Best of Weddings”
four consecutive years as well as featured in the
“Hall of Fame.”
118 Legend Oaks Way
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 821-4077
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