Travel down country roads, alleyways and out-of-the-way places and you’re sure to see the quirky, eccentric or just plain strange. This is certainly true in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Here are a few worth your attention during your tour of the odd and peculiar.
Boneyard
Hunting Island State Park
Oldfield represents the perfect balance between the natural world and the modern world. The aesthetic and architectural guidelines of this 860-acre gated community strive to maintain harmony with its natural surroundings. Cozy cottages, traditional Lowcountry homes and classic waterfront estate homes support a peaceful co-existence with Mother Nature while providing the best of Lowcountry amenities and activities.
There are state birds, state foods, state animals and, here in South Carolina, yes, there is a state spider. In 2000, the Carolina wolf spider was officially named the South Carolina state spider. Thanks to the efforts of a third grader, obviously a fan of all things creepy and crawly, in Orangeburg, SC.
If the water is your passion, Hampton Lake is the place to be. Life in this community is centered around the 227-acre lake that is home to an array of native flora and fauna. With 15 miles of shoreline and seven miles of navigable water, Hampton Lake is heaven for kayakers, boaters and fishing enthusiasts.
Here in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, a basket, specifically a sweetgrass basket, is so much more than just a catch-all or a storage container. It is a testament to strength and perseverance, a symbol of not just surviving, but flourishing.
The Lowcountry is full of natural wonders and a wide variety of interesting activities. If you are looking for a change from the beaches of Hilton Head Island and the shops of Old Town Bluffton, make memories that last a lifetime with a family day trip to the Bee City Zoo in Cottageville, SC. A family owned business for over 30 years, Bee City Zoo is both a bee farm and an interactive zoo.
With an eclectic flair, the neighborhoods of North Forest Beach and South Forest Beach are an engaging blend of old and new. Grand beach front homes and cozy cottages combine to create an appealing mix of style giving Forest Beach a charming, quirky island feel. The name Forest Beach says it all. In this neighborhood, it’s all about the sun, the sand and the sea.
Kick off the fall season with BlufftemberFest 2025! Oyster Factory Park is where you want to be for food, family, friends and fun from 3-8PM on September 27, 2025. Support local artists and find that one-of-a-kind gift at the arts and crafts fair. Enjoy a variety of offerings from the food court and satisfy your thirst at the Beer Garden or Wine Bar (cash only). Chillakaya, The Rick Nelson Band and a special guest will be providing the day’s entertainment.
The Lowcountry is home to one of the largest undeveloped estuaries on the Atlantic Coast, the ACE Basin. The name is derived from the combination of the Ashepoo, Combahee and Edisto Rivers. This unique estuarine system is home to an abundant array of maritime resources. The approximately 350,000 acres of varied environments support forested wetlands, fresh, brackish and salt water tidal marshes, barrier islands, beaches as well as pine and hardwood uplands. Both the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and the US Forest and Wildlife Service manage parts of the ACE Basin.
The Lowcountry has a long, proud military heritage. A shining example of pride, patriotism, honor and courage was set by the men known as the Tuskegee Airmen.
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