Visitor | Nature, Water Adventures & Fishing

Known for the natural beauty of its land and water, Berkeley County's rivers, streams and lakes offer superior canoeing and kayaking adventures. Our infamous "Berkeley Blueways" feature 20 canoeing and kayaking trails. These water trails take visitors through pristine landscapes full of wildlife. During blooming season, wildflowers rich with colors of the rainbow line the banks. Egrets, herons, eagles, fish, turtles and alligators make these waters home. Keep an eye out to catch a glimpse of animals such deer, otters, squirrels, fox and even bobcats along the banks.

For the high-impact adventure seeker, Berkeley County offers world-class waterskiing, jet skiing, sailing, wind surfing, and boating on Lake Moultrie and Lake Marion. Visit the Santee Cooper Locks on the Cooper River, an engineering marvel which allows visitors to experience the second largest water lock in the United States, which lowers boats 75 feet from Lake Moultrie to the Cooper River. The Cooper River is the only known location in South Carolina to offer an underwater history trail. On a calm day, scuba divers flock to see the extraordinary remains of a British War Ship. The Cooper River, known for being a plantation road to Charleston, has also served as a port since the 1700's.

Berkeley County is also home to world-record fishing. Sportsman from around the country flock to Berkeley County in hopes of making the next big catch. For more information or to obtain a fishing license, contact the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources.