South Carolina's lovely backroads beckon you to explore the state's hidden treasures, from the mist-laden majesty of the Blue Ridge Mountains and lush rolling farmlands of the Piedmont, to the moss-draped oaks and wildlife-filled salt marshes of the Low Country.
In Backroads of South Carolina, "authors Paul M. Franklin and Nancy Mikula "lead you on a journey that showcases all of the Palmetto State's charm. You'll follow quiet country byways that lead to timeless historic towns and scores of little-known attractions, like the world's smallest police station, the lovely cliff-top chapel of Pretty Place, and the magnificent sun-dappled cypress swamps of Francis Beidler Forest.
In twenty-four driving tours--complete with detailed route directions and maps--you'll visit pristine, surf-tossed ocean beaches; tidal wetlands alive with thousands of birds; and postcard-pretty southern towns filled with galleries, shops, and dazzling gardens. Over three centuries of South Carolina's history comes alive in beautifully restored antebellum plantations, towns that trace the growth of a young America, and fields where great battles shaped the history of our country.