New tires on the truck and “Biggie” in tow, we slowly made our way through the narrow streets of Charleston, lined with towering live oaks draped in Spanish Moss. It felt like a bit of a secret escape when we spotted the sign for James Island County Park…..

The “untamed coast.” From salt marshes and driftwood beaches of Hunting Island State Park to nearby St. Phillips Island - the wild island Ted Turner quietly protected for decades.

A Little Slice of Old Florida at The Cove Pub Campground

Sometimes when you’re traveling, you stumble across a place that feels less like a travel destination and more like being in someone’s special little corner of the world….

Clear Water, Full Hookups & A Few Honest Thoughts

Big, beautiful park that appears quite ordinary at first glance and ends up with some really nice surprises.

Full of history and lots to do in a beautiful and serene setting.

Painted skies, good times and fresh oysters!

Nothin’ HoHum about this place!

A perfect stop on the way to the Gulf with easy access to full hookups in the middle of an incredibly unique farm.

Hunting Island, where the forest meets the sea. Ancient oaks draped in Spanish moss , majestic palms that whisper in the breeze and miles of peaceful, uncrowded beach. It’s one of those places where you feel peaceful yet adventurous - walk for miles on the beach or in the island forest, watch the dolphins and the birds from the shore or sit by the campfire and listen to the island sounds of whispering palms, the calls of various birds, the dull roar of the surf. It’s such a special place and wish I had discovered it 20-30 years ago so I could have had more of this magic in my life.

So much goodness at Black Pearl Farms.

Where dogs go for luxury

Where curiosity meets the open road.