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Edisto River: Green Pond Church Landing to Simmons Landing

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Edisto River: Green Pond Church Landing to Simmons Landing

Skill Level: Easy
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Rapids: None
Length: 3.00 miles
Duration: 1 - 2 hours
Portaging: No
What to Expect

The uppermost stretch of the Edisto River Canoe and Kayak Trail (ERCK Trail) winds approximately 3 miles along one of the narrowest sections of the Edisto River, one of South Carolina's idyllic blackwater rivers.

Access
Put in:
Green Pond Church Landing
Access Details

Green Pond Church Landing is situated a considerable distance from the main channel, may not be passable even for paddle craft at water levels below 3’ on the Givhans Gage. 

Take out:
Simmons Landing
Access Details

Simmons Landing is a private, fee based access point. $5 for boats, canoes and kayaks. $2.50 for tubers. There is a pay box at the entrance of the landing.

Trip Details

The uppermost stretch of the ERCK Trail begins at Green Pond Church Landing and winds approximately 3 miles to Simmon’s Landing.  This stretch of river features one of the narrowest average channels on the ERCK Trail, resulting in somewhat swifter currents under normal conditions.  Green Pond Church Landing is situated a considerable distance from the main channel, may not be passable even for paddle craft at water levels below 3’ on the Givhans Gauge.  Please note that Simmons Landing is a private, fee based access point.

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Chris Kinard
Jul 17, 2024 9:13 am EDT
Simmons landing charges 10.00 per kayak not 5.00
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