Along South Carolina’s southern coast and nestled between Hilton Head and Savannah is Daufuskie Island, a barrier island clocking in at five miles long and 2.5 miles wide. As far as islands go, it’s a large one. But in spite of the valuable real estate, Daufuskie has managed to maintain its wild and remote side, mainly because there is no bridge connecting the island to the mainland.
And typically, no bridges means no cars. So to this day, Daufuskie Island's 400 residents maintain a different sort of life than the rest of us.
There are a few key points of interest to visit, including the First Union African Baptist Church, built in 1882, the Iron Fish Art Gallery, some restaurants, and...
One of only two island-based distilleries in the country. Daufuskie Island Rum Company produces a stellar rum distilled and bottled right on Daufuskie Island.
Head over to the Haig Point Community and hop on a trail ride along three miles of pristine beachfront on Daufuskie. There's so much to see and do here!
Or, call up Tour Daufuskie and choose from a number of other personal tour experiences.
The tour company offers kayak tours, trail rides, golf cart tours, walking tours, and more. It's also the spot to rent a golf cart or kayak for your own self-guided adventures on the island.
We're lucky to live in such a wonderful place where remote islands accessible only by way of a boat are a reality. If you've never ventured over to Daufuskie Island, then perhaps this is the year to change that.
Learn more about Daufuskie Island from its website right here. And find out the ferry schedule and cost for the official Daufuskie Island Ferry here. It departs Hilton Head daily at 7 a.m., 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. and at 9 p.m. on Fridays.
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