Go ahead. Get away from it all and escape for the day, or just for an hour. South Carolina has many perfect natural retreats where time stands still. Here are 13 great places to go to get away from it all in the Palmetto State.
1. The beach on Sullivan's Island
Except for that little gold ball slowing moving above the horizon, time seems to stand still on the beach at Sullivan's Island at sunrise.
2. ....and on Hilton Head Island the same thing happens....
...time is not moving.
3. In a South Carolina peach orchard ...
in full bloom.
3. In Conway ...
...this photo, taken in Conway, can make time stand still and hearts nearly stop. It's gorgeous.
4. At Brasstown Falls in Oconee County...
you'll find this silky smooth waterfall simply mesmerizing.
5. At Magnolia Plantation in Charleston
Find this bridge at Magnolia plantation for a natural retreat not far from the hustle and bustle of one of South Carolina's largest cities.
6. Hunting Island State Park
Your heart will ache for this lone cabin surviving from the original 22 that once lined this beach. Time has stood still for this cabin for many decades as the beach eroded and the water has taken over. Editor's note: Since original publication of this feature, the state of South Carolina has removed this lone cabin standing in the waters on the beach as a safety precaution.
7. The Sumter National Forest
The enchanting Sumter National Forest awaits your arrival so the two of you can get on with doing nothing but sitting there and looking pretty.
8. On the water in Beaufort, SC...
or on the water just about anywhere in the Palmetto State.
9. In Mount Pleasant, SC...
at a church more than 300 years old.
10. Over in Boiling Springs, SC...
or anywhere in South Carolina on a snow day.
11. On a South Carolina cotton farm
...ready for harvest.
12. From high atop a mountain...
in full view of Lake Jocassee.
13. in Oconee County...
alongside the beautiful Chattooga River.
Looking for even more ideas to help you find the perfect retreat to get away from it all? Read Here Are The 13 Most Incredible Natural Wonders In South Carolina.
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