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Symmes Chapel

SCIWAY — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:54:34 +0000

Also known as “Pretty Place,” the Symmes Chapel is part of YMCA Camp Greenville, a branch of the YMCA of Greenville near Caesars Head State Park.

Fred Symmes gave the chapel to the YMCA so that its campers could enjoy its beautiful view all summer long. Camp Greenville spans 1,600 acres and serves as a summer camp, conference center, and environmental education facility. Symmes Chapel is a popular wedding venue and worship site, and visitors are welcome except when it is in use for events. It is strongly advised to call ahead and check the schedule before planning a visit! Visit the Pretty Place webpage to find news and events going on at the chapel.

Sullivan’s Island

SCIWAY — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 18:40:44 +0000

Just across the Intracoastal Waterway from Mount Pleasant is serene Sullivan’s Island. This largely residential island is home to famous Fort Moultrie, and is an integral part of South Carolina history.

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In 1776, a makeshift log fort located at the tip of Sullivan’s Island defeated British troops who were trying to enter Charleston’s harbor. The spongy palmetto logs used to build this fort deflected the barrage of British cannon balls and were the key to its success. The fort was eventually named Fort Moultrie after Colonel Moultrie who led the attack against the British. After this battle the palmetto tree became the centerpiece of South Carolina’s state flag.

Today, Sullivan’s Island is mainly residential with a small, but lively, downtown area that has many restaurants and bars. Historic Charleston is the largest city nearby and is just a short drive away.

SCIWAY thanks photographer Wendy Mogul of Angel Photo who took this picture of Sullivan’s Island.

Hunting Island State Park

SCIWAY — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 16:37:08 +0000

Hunting Island is located just 16 miles east of Beaufort. The island is a popular 5,000-acre state park that has over one million visitors each year.

Hunting Island has primitive campgrounds close to the beach and also spaces for RVs to park. The historic Hunting Island lighthouse is the only lighthouse open to the public to climb in our state, and the views from the top are amazing!

The 1,120-foot fishing pier picture below stretches into Fripp Inlet. At the entrance to the pier, you can find a nature center with exhibits about local wildlife.

Before you go, make sure to check out our maps of Hunting Island!

SC Palmetto Tree

SCIWAY — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:03:53 +0000

This beautiful Myrtle Beach indigo sky provides a perfect background for the beloved South Carolina palmetto moon. The scene captured is reminiscent of our South Carolina state flag, which was designed by Colonel William Moultrie after his victory over the British at Fort Moultrie.

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SCIWAY thanks photographer Paul Gowder of Lexington for submitting this picture he took in June 2010.

See more pictures of renowned South Carolina Trees.

Garden City Pier

SCIWAY — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 15:19:00 +0000

The Pier at Garden City is 668 feet long. It’s open from March until December, sometimes up to 24 hours a day. It regularly hosts live bands during the summer and draws many fishermen.

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The pier has a tackle shop as well as an arcade and a small cafe. It is an old-fashioned, laid back place. At the end is a covered shelter where you can have a drink and listen to music on weekends. There is no fee to walk out on the pier, but you do have to buy a ticket to fish.

Garden City Beach is an unincorporated community located partially in Horry County and partially in Georgetown County. Since it’s only eight miles south of Myrtle Beach, it’s a popular day trip for many vacationing families.

Learn more about the Garden City Pier at their official site. The pier is located at 110 South Waccamaw Drive, and the telephone number is 843-651-9700.

Many special thanks to Nicole Roloff for submitting the picture above.

Table Rock

SCIWAY — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:59:26 +0000

Before this area of the Blue Ridge Mountains became Table Rock State Park, it was inhabited by the Cherokee Indians who referred to it as “Sah-ka-na-ga,” which translates as the Great Blue Hills of God. It is here at beautiful Table Rock that the Cherokee believe their god sat on the mountain peaks and used the rocky ledge as his table to feast upon.

The Hopewell Treaty was signed in 1785 between the Cherokee Indians and the United States government which laid out boundaries for white settlers who were interested in living in the area. Soon after the treaty was signed, Pumpkintown was formed by European settlers, and people have continued to live in the Table Rock area ever since.

The state park spans over 3000 acres which have been either donated or purchased from Pickens County and private citizens so that all South Carolinians can enjoy its beauty. Table Rock State Park boasts two lakes, campgrounds, meeting facilities and an historic lodge (pictured below), most which were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. These structures are listed in the National Historic Register.

The park is one of our state’s first nature education programs, and is a trail head for the 80-mile long Foothills Trail through the Blue Ridge Escarpment. The most popular trail in the park is of course the one which leads to the top of Table Rock Mountain itself.

Check out the Table Rock webcam.

Union County Farm

SCIWAY — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:54:34 +0000

This farmer in Union County has started the day early to prepare his fields for the next crop. This picture, taken by Lara Ann Whitehead of Jonesville, won SCIWAY’s Union County Photo Contest in May of 2010!

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Lara says, “This picture is actually in my backyard. I was on the way out the door to work one cold morning and looked up and saw this! I immediately ran and got my camera. It is one of my favorite shots.”

Cherokee Sunset

SCIWAY — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:54:34 +0000

This picture, entitled Cherokee Sunset, shows the sun setting over Cherokee County, which is located in the northern part of the state, nestled between Spartanburg, York County and Union County. This photograph was taken by Rodger Painter of Gaffney in October of 2006.

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Rodger describes his picture: “Sunrises and sunsets traditionally are favorite subjects for photographers. I couldn’t pass up this Cherokee County sunset with its beautiful colors, wispy clouds and thin crescent moon showing off above a darkened Autumn tree line. It’s what Carolina sunsets are all about.”

Lake Keowee

SCIWAY — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 10:54:34 +0000

Lovely Lake Keowee is located mainly in Oconee County, but also extends into neighboring Pickens County. The lake was built by Duke Power Company to generate hydroelectric power, and covers Keowee Town which was the site of the capital of the Lower Cherokee Nation. This town was visited by the Spanish explorer Henando DeSoto in 1540. The name Keowee means ‘Place of the Mulberries’.

Lake Keowee offers 18,500 acres of water and a 300-mile shoreline that many people enjoy by boating, fishing, water-skiing, swimming, camping, and more!

Lake Monticello

SCIWAY — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:54:34 +0000

Lake Monticello, located in Fairfield County just 25 minutes north of Columbia, offers an easy getaway from the city. Teri Leigh Teed took this photo in October of 2009. She says, “October sunsets are dramatic pieces of art over Lake Monticello. Often overlooked by nearby Columbians, this clear and tranquil lake offers a peaceful respite and beautiful photo opportunities. The drive up Highway 215 is full of rolling hills and heavily wooded scenic views.”

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See more of Teri’s photos here.