May 18, 2023

Discover the Pee Dee Region on the Water

Discover South Carolina’s Pee Dee Region By Water The beautiful, fun, and exciting Pee Dee Region is South Carolina’s hidden gem—and its best-kept secret. Our region boasts some of the state’s top attractions, restaurants, shops, and outdoor activities. Here, you’ll find the perfect mix of scenic parks and natural areas, all waiting to be explored. The seven unique counties that make up our great region offer an array of outdoor attractions and adventures at every turn—and some are best experienced on the water. Whether you love to fish, paddle, swim, or simply soak up the scenery, you’re sure to enjoy a memory-filled experience on Pee Dee’s waterways. Read on to learn more about the mighty rivers, sparkling lakes, and unforgettable excursions that await. Freshwater Fishing Fun and Prime Paddling Adventures on Pee Dee’s Rivers The Pee Dee region is home to four prominent rivers that offer the full gamut of fishing and paddling fun, along with unbeatable views of the area’s natural wonderlands. The largest, the Great Pee Dee River (known to some as the Pee Dee or Big Pee Dee River), is a lengthy and wild stream on the Carolina Coastal Plain, stretching 232 miles from northwestern North Carolina—through…

Revolutionary War – Francis Marion

Revisiting the History Of The “Swamp Fox” & The Pee Dee Region in the American Revolutionary War While the American Revolutionary War began in Massachusetts, a significant portion of the fighting took place in South Carolina and—you guessed it—the Pee Dee Region. The area’s towns and cities are brimming with a long, rich history that is still evident in historic districts and sites today. In fact, one of South Carolina’s very own, Francis Marion—known by many as the “Swamp Fox”—played an irreplaceable role in the War for Independence. Read on to learn more about the fascinating history of General Marion and the Pee Dee Region in the American Revolutionary War—along with museums and sites where you can explore it all more in person on a trip to the area. The Pee Dee Region’s “Swamp Fox” Before and even during the Revolutionary War, Pee Dee towns like Bennettsville, Florence, and Marion had yet to be established. This area of the region was home to Presbyterian settlers. However, the Pee Dee Country became a home base for Brigadier General Francis Marion and his militia in 1780 following the capture of Charleston by the British Army. Using tactics he learned from the Cherokee…