Awendaw Creek Paddle and Hike

description: Experience one of the most unique areas in the Francis Marion National Forest. Awendaw Creek is named after the Sewee Native American village that once flourished upon its banks. It is the only saltwater creek in the National Forest. We leave from Awendaw Creek Canoe Launch and meander through the “Cliffs of Awendaw.” We will join up with the Intracoastal Waterway and end at Buck Hall Recreation Area. We will take a short break for lunch. We will then link up with the Awendaw Passage of the Palmetto Trail. Along our hike we will get wonderful views of Awendaw Creek and Bulls Bay, as well as, travel through the old Sewee Village site and get to see a cemetery dating back to the 1800’s. This area is rich in history dating back 1000’s of years. Common sights on the tour are shorebirds, songbirds, dolphin, alligator, and the occasional bald eagle. Our day will end at Awendaw Creek Canoe Launch.