RV Rental Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, SC

After explorations at the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site are complete, there are several natural areas to check out nearby. Francis Marion National Forest is a multi-use natural space, combining outdoor recreation, nature and wildlife preserve, and resource management. In 1989, a large portion of the preserve was destroyed by Hurricane Hugo; the forest survived, and the trees that had been blown down were replaced by new growth. Visitors to the area can enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, biking, and canoeing the rivers and streams that permeate the forest.

ACE Basin National Wildlife Refuge provides food and shelter for wildlife species and recreation opportunities for the public. The refuge has a long history, starting as a collection of rice-growing plantations and later becoming hunting retreats when the rice industry declined. Fortunately, the plantations and hunting retreats protected the land and its resources. That's one reason why today the refuge is an undisturbed natural resource with fresh and saltwater marshes, bottomland hardwood tree stands, and much more. You can come here for hiking, nature and wildlife viewing, picnicking, photography, and much more. Hunting in season and fishing are still allowed on-site.

Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge is a nature preserve and outdoor recreation area with a varied landscape that includes upland forest, tidal rice fields, and flood plains. Most of the upland forest is on Sandy Island, and the floodplains have extensive forested areas. Hikers, bird watchers, and photographers will find plenty to enjoy in this park. The refuge covers several different counties, so there is a lot to see; the Waccamaw, Great Pee Dee, and Little Pee Dee rivers flow through the park as well.

There are several campgrounds and RV parks near the Charles Pinckney National Historic Site. Mount Pleasant / Charleston KOA is situated on the grounds of a working antebellum plantation and has numerous attractions and activities to make your stay an enjoyable one. In the RV campground, you'll find Spanish moss growing on live oaks, and there is a nature trail leading into the surrounding countryside. The campground has a wagon that will take you to the nearby plantation and one of the oldest surviving houses in Mount Pleasant.

Fain's RV Park is a rustic RV campground in North Charleston, with back-in and pull-through campsite access, full hookups with 30 or 50 amp electricity, a dump station where you can empty your RV tanks, and restrooms with showers. The campground is pet-friendly and able to accommodate big rigs if necessary.

Charleston is a large city, one of the largest in South Carolina and the oldest in the state. It was named after King Charles II of England and had strong British ties before the American Revolution. Today the city is a popular tourist destination and has a diverse city tour industry that includes horse-drawn carriages, harbor boat tours, and ghost tours conducted on foot. There are numerous urban parks, landmarks such as historic plantations (there are several), museums, an aquarium, a botanical garden, and more. In this southern city, cuisines are important, and the city doesn't miss a beat: everything from cafes and diners to fine dining is here. If you like seafood, Charleston's restaurants emphasize it, and you'll have no shortage of venues to choose from.

Isle of Palms is a smaller city on a barrier island just off of South Carolina's coastline. It's located on a narrow strip of land separated from the mainland and close to the beach; it's also an upscale neighborhood with resorts and vacation homes. The beach is the main draw, but there is also a county park and nearby Dewees Island to explore. The restaurant scene focuses mostly on American food with an emphasis on seafood, but you can find a few alternatives such as Mexican, Caribbean, or Italian if you want something different.