The Pee Dee Region is once again catching the attention of travelers — this time in the pages of Travel + Leisure.
In a recent feature on South Carolina’s newest state park, Travel + Leisure shines a spotlight on Black River State Park, a remarkable new outdoor destination centered around one of the state’s most scenic waterways. The park is South Carolina’s first and only riverine state park, protecting nearly 10,000 acres and offering approximately 70 miles of water trails for paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Read the full Travel + Leisure article here.
For the Pee Dee Region, the story is especially exciting because of the natural connection between these waterways and our own landscape. The Black River begins inland and ultimately flows into the Great Pee Dee River near Georgetown — part of the larger network of rivers and wetlands that helps define this corner of South Carolina.
Visitors to Black River State Park can experience towering bald cypress trees, sandy riverbanks, wildlife, fishing, birding, hiking, and peaceful paddling through a landscape that feels worlds away from the busier coastal destinations South Carolina is often known for.
That sense of discovery is something travelers can find throughout the Pee Dee Region.
From scenic rivers and wildlife refuges to small towns, historic sites, local restaurants, outdoor recreation, and one-of-a-kind attractions, the Pee Dee offers plenty of opportunities to slow down and explore a different side of South Carolina.
National coverage from Travel + Leisure is another reminder that some of the state’s most memorable travel experiences can be found beyond the beach — along our rivers, through our forests, and across the communities that make the Pee Dee Region special.
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Make the Pee Dee Region part of your next South Carolina adventure and explore the places, people, and landscapes waiting just off the beaten path.