Daufuskie Island
Located between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, Daufuskie Island is the southernmost sea island in South Carolina. It is 5 miles long by 2.7 miles wide – approximately 5,000 acres. With 3.5 miles of pristine beachfront, Daufuskie is surrounded by the waters of the Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. Haig Point is located at the northern tip of the island.
Daufuskie offers a quiet, secure environment, yet also a rich cultural experience, with its environmental preserves, quaint Gullah houses, diverse art galleries and history dating back to the “Daufuskie Fight” during the Yemassee War of 1715 – 1717. This island is also the site of Pat Conroy’s novel “The Water is Wide,” recounting Conroy’s experiences teaching on Daufuskie in the 1960s. Don’t forget Marshside Mama’s — a restaurant favored by locals for its authentic Lowcountry fare and relaxed island experience.
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