Edisto Island, SC

Our second stop in South Carolina was Edisto Island to stay at Edisto Beach State Park.  We arrived on Tuesday, November 12th.  It was a beautiful day, high 70's and as we started to unhook and set up at our campsite there was a warm rain.  The temperature started to drop and went down to 30 degrees overnight.  The next day was cool and clear and sunny.  I did get outside to explore the campground.  Unfortunately Carol got a viscous stomach bug and slept that entire day, missing the one day of sunshine during our visit.

The view from our camper door.

This view of our site gives a glimpse of how close the path to the ocean is, steps away from the site.

This is the closest to the ocean beach we've ever camped.  I absolutely loved that about this campground!  We could actually walk out the door and be on the beach in less than one minute!

The short path to the ocean.

View from the top of the path.

Looking north up the beach.

After Wednesday of sunny and 50's, the rest of the week was non-stop rain, wind and cold.  We barely left the campsite, let alone the campground.  Carol was recovering from her stomach virus and the weather was brutal, so we hunkered down and read, did crossword puzzles, read some more, did some craft projects, watched TV and kept hoping for a break in the weather.  The one adventure we took was to King's Farm Market.  Fellow full-timer Eileen G. told us that while on Edisto Island we MUST get a key lime pie from King's.  On our last day before departure, when Carol was finally feeling well enough to eat more than toast, crackers or rice we headed to the farm market.  OMG are we glad we did!  The key lime pie was the bright spot in an otherwise very gloomy week.

Sunshine in a box!

Edisto Beach State Park has two separate campgrounds.  We stayed at the Beach Campground but there is also another Live Oaks Campground.  We stopped at the Live Oaks Campground to check in, but didn't see much of that part of the park.  The bathroom and shower building was very close to our site, and was clean, warm and had plenty of hot water.  😀 

Edisto Beach State Park Beach Campground

Beach Campground

The Town of Edisto Beach a very minimally developed area.  There is a small Bi-Lo grocery store, a few gas stations/convenience stores, a Subway and a few small businesses.  We were able to get propane refilled at the Edistonian General Store but to do laundry I had to drive 45 minutes off the island to the outskirts of Charleston, SC.  You won't find your typical beach touristy overdevelopment here.  This is one of those rare places that maintains a total small town vibe.  

I'm disappointed we didn't get to enjoy much of this unique beach town this time.  But we will absolutely return because this is the kind of gem that we are always hoping to find on our travels.