Getting There A fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided, interpretive trail traverses embankments built as far back as the 1700s. The embankments and ditches were built to create a patchwork of fields for rice production during the lucrative rice era of the low country. Reviews (204) Photos (204) Activities (179) I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail Area Status: Open A fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided, interpretive trail traverses embankments built as far back as the 1700s. The embankments and ditches were built to create a patchwork of fields for rice production during the lucrative rice era of the low country.
On the Subject of Nature The I'On Swamp
Marie McAden Enjoy a fascinating walk through a historic wetland once used to grow rice during the Lowcountry's lucrative "Carolina Gold" rice era. I love a trail that offers a bit of history along with some healthy exercise. I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail in the Francis Marion National Forest fits the bill. I'on Swamp Trail Activities: t Trail Activities Key Walk Hike Bike Mountain Bike Horseback ATV Paddle Paved Hike Length: 2.5 miles Type: Loop Surface: Natural Difficulty: Moderate Trail Features: t Trail Features Key Camping Information Sign Handicap Access Picnic Area Pets Allowed Scenic Observation Exercise Station Point of Interest Parking A fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided, interpretive trail traverses embankments built as far back as the 1700s.. I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided, interpretive trail traverses embankments built by humans dating back to the 1700s. The embankments and ditches were built to create a patchwork of fields for rice production during the lucrative rice era of the low country.
I'on Swamp Trail (Charleston) The Adventure Collective
Description Added by The Outbound Collective I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Awendaw, South Carolina. Read More Download the Outbound mobile app Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. Get the app Download GPX File I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail A fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided interpretive trail traverses embankments built by humans dating back to the 1700s. The embankments and ditches were built to create a patchwork of fields or impoundments for rice production during the lucrative rice era of the low country. Located off US #17 between Mount Pleasant and Awendaw. Take I-526 to the US #17 North exit and go northeast on US #17 for 23.8 kilometers (14.8 miles). Turn left onto I'on Swamp Road (Forest Service road #228) and go north until you see the parking lot on the left. Look carefully, because it is not well marked. This easy roundtrip loop hike is an interpretive trail through the coastal wetlands of South Carolina. The self-guided tour is lined with signs that mark an interesting system of canals which were once used by slaves in the 1700's to harvest and transport rice that was grown in the nearby plantation fields.
I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail South Carolina AllTrails
The area. 1900 I'on Swamp Road, Awendaw, SC 29429-5920. Full view. Best nearby. Restaurants. 1 within 3 miles. Lowfel Soul Food. 0 ftSpecialty Food Market • African. I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail Easy • 4.1 (195) Francis Marion National Forest Photos (212) Directions Print/PDF map Share Length 3.1 kmElevation gain 1 mRoute type Circular Head out on this 3.1-km circular trail near Awendaw, South Carolina. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 32 min to complete.
I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail - 2.5 mile loop I'on Swamp, Photo by US Forest Service. A fascinating walk through a wetland world, this historic, self-guided, interpretive trail traverses embankments built as far back as the 1700s. The embankments and ditches were built to create a patchwork of fields for rice production during the. Areas for Interpretive Areas at Francis Marion National Forest. Francis Marion Ranger District; Battery Warren Interpretive Trail; I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail; Sewee Shell Ring Boardwalk; Sewee Visitor and Environmental Education Center; Visitor Centers
On the Subject of Nature The I'On Swamp
Only one trail exists in the whole of the swamp. That trail —the 2.5 mile I'On Swamp Interpretive Trail—is part of the Francis Marion National Forest trail system. The I'On Swamp Interpretive Trail offers the easiest way for visitors to get "into" the swamp, but — at only 2.5 miles — it allows visitors a tiny glimpse of the. The I'on Swamp Interpretive Trail is a short 2-mile hike just off SC 261 south of I-95. For this hike, you'll need to make sure you wear appropriate footwear — a good pair of hiking shoes or boots. As the name suggests, you will be hiking through a swamp trail, so it can get very wet and muddy!
