Hope & Sam

Hope & Sam

June 29, 2024 • St Helena Island, SC
Hope & Sam

Hope & Sam

June 29, 2024 • St Helena Island, SC

Things to Do

Outdoor Adventures

For those like us that love the outdoors, the low country offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy peace in nature and explore to your hearts desire. Here are some ideas:


Hunting Island State Park - Explore over five miles of uncrowded beaches, stunning nature trails, access to the state’s only public lighthouse, and more at this breathtaking state park.

The Spanish Moss Trail - This 10-mile bike trail winds through the town, coastal areas, and even salt marshes offering breathtaking views as well as wildlife viewing along the way.

Beaufort Kayak Tours - Take a private paddle through crystal-clear ocean water, or join an ecology tour to explore salt marshes at low tide and learn about local wildlife.

Higher Ground Kayak Tours - Check out some dolphins while kayaking through sun-warmed Beaufort waterways.

Educational activities

History buff? Film aficionado? Seafarer? Fellow haunty? Here's some things that may interest you:


Beaufort History Museum: Founded in 1711, Beaufort is the second oldest city in South Carolina (behind Charleston). Learn about this city's rich history and more.

Port Royal Maritime Center: Learn all about local marine life and conservation efforts being led by the Port Royal Sound Foundation.

Fort Freemont Preserve & History Center: Explore one of the two surviving coastal fortifications in the United States intact from the Spanish–American War era.

Movie Tour: See where scenes from movies such as Forrest Gump, The Big Chill, Prince of Tides and The Jungle Book were shot in and around Beaufort.

Ghost Tour: If you are like the bride and love a good spook, check out this walking ghost tour and visit all the local haunts.

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local Watering Holes