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Kayaking/Canoeing

Experience America's Revolutionary waterways by kayak or canoe, surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

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South Carolina
Kayaking/Canoeing
Blacksburg, SC

Canoe and kayak rentals are offered at the 13-acre Lake Crawford. Personal craft may be launched at Lake Crawford and Lake York for a $5/day charge. Watercraft must be carried to the shore from the...

South Carolina
Kayaking/Canoeing
Catawba, SC

The Catawba River is home to the largest known population of the rocky shoals spider lily, a rare flower species found predominantly in the Southeast, accessible only by kayak or canoe.

South Carolina
Kayaking/Canoeing
Charleston, SC

Paddle through a large wildlife refuge, a 60-acre plantation, a 125-acre waterfowl refuge, and a 60-acre cypress and tupelo black water swamp.

South Carolina
Kayaking/Canoeing
Moncks Corner, SC

The Cooper River Heritage Trail waterway is perfect for kayakers and canoers alike. Cooper River Underwater Heritage offers underwater diving consisting of six sites that range from a Revolutionary...

South Carolina
Kayaking/Canoeing
Clinton, SC

The Enoree is known as the "River of Muscadines" and ranges from two to six feet deep and 40 to 70 feet wide. Visitors can find a canoe and kayak launch. Information on local take-outs and launches is...

South Carolina
Kayaking/Canoeing
Moncks Corner, SC

Paddle down Lower Wadboo Creek beneath the towering cypress trees. You will see a number of inlets into the creek from rice farming, which was once common on the creek. The most common wildlife seen...

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Exploring History

We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.
Historic Site | Historic House
Concord, MA

Known by several names over the past two centuries, it is now known as the Wright Tavern, named after its owner during the Battle of Lexington and Concord, Amos Wright.

Historic Site | Gardens & Grounds
Charleston, SC

The plantation & gardens bears witness to 350 years of American history. Learn about the Europeans who colonized South Carolina, and the enslaved people who worked in the rice fields and gardens.

Battlefield |
Chelsea, MA

The second engagement of the Boston Campaign, the Battle of Chelsea Creek marked a stunning defeat for the British as their resources began to dwindle in Boston.

Battlefield |
Freehold, NJ

A 94-foot monument now marks the spot that where the Battle of Monmouth commenced on June 28, 1778. A series of bronze plaques line the monument that depict famous scenes from the engagement.

Historic Site |
Crosswicks, NJ

New Jersey militia and Continentals assaulted a British column in-and-around these grounds in mid-June of 1778, just days before a continued series of skirmishes reached their zenith at the Battle of Monmouth.

Battlefield
Sullivan's Island, SC

Treacherous waters and Patriot fire foil a British attack on Charleston Harbor

Battlefield
Alpine, NJ

Along the banks of the Hudson, one can walk in the steps of Cornwallis' army, which landed at this spot to chase the Continental Army through New Jersey.

Historic Site |
Gaffney, SC

With a rotating collection of artifacts and interactive exhibits, the Cherokee County Museum has something for all ages and interests.

Historic Site | Historic House
Clemson, SC

Built in 1716 for Paul de St. Julien in Berkeley County. The house was later dismantled and moved to Clemson University and functions as a house museum.

Battlefield |
Jersey City, NJ

A small victory for the Continental Army, the Battle of Paulus Hook won the reassurances of the Patriots and compelled many to continue the fight for independence.

Historic Site | Historic House
Freehold, NJ

This unassuming home, owned by the Covenhoven family, was requisitioned by British General Henry Clinton in the days prior to the monumental Battle of Monmouth.

Historic Site | Historic House
Clemson, SC

Located near the famous Treaty of Hopewell site, the Hopewell Plantation house was the Pickens' family home and later served as the South Carolina Governor's Mansion.