James Island, Folly Beach, John's Island, Kiawah, Seabrook, and Wadmalaw Island are the islands west and south of the City. Recreation abounds here. Regardless of your age or interest the Islands can fill your needs. For those who love the water, there is fishing from its many creeks and rivers with catches like fish, crabs, shrimp and oysters.

JAMES ISLAND is a large triangular sea island that is framed by Wappoo Creek and Charleston Harbor on the north, Morris Island and Folly Beach on the east, and the Stono River and Johns Island on the west. The Civil War began on James Island on the morning of April 12, 1861, when Confederate forces at Fort Johnson fired on Union-occupied Fort Sumter. Both forts were located on the island's northern shore.

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The James Island Yacht Club is located on James Island. Public boat landings line the Intracoastal Waterway and other creeks and rivers which flow throughout the community. These rivers and creeks provide protected waters for boaters to enjoy. James Island has an abundance of residential communities with a wide variety of home styles.

FOLLY BEACH is a barrier island, six miles long and the closest beach to historical Charleston, South Carolina, 15 minutes via the Connector. Folly is fondly referred to by locals as "the Edge of America."

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Folly Beach, SC is the home of sea, sand, and surfing, historical and cultural sites; a maritime forest; Morris Island Lighthouse; gourmet food, endangered species of birds; and southern hospitality. Folly Beach is a "must see - must visit" place. It is one of the area's four public beaches, and is an incorporated island community less than 30 minutes from downtown Charleston.

KIAWAH and SEABROOK ISLANDS offer an exclusive and private lifestyle behind sand dunes and underneath the shade of palm trees. These islands offer some residential areas, but mostly are resort properties.

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Kiawah Island, SC has 10 miles of pristine, sun-swept beach. More beachfront than any individually planned resort community on the Eastern Seaboard and was voted "most romantic spot and best spot to walk the beach" by Southern Living's editorial staff. The long stretch of beach and dunes provide a number of important functions. These include storm protection for upland areas; habitat for a variety of plant and animal species; nesting habitat for sea turtles; and recreational opportunities for residents and guests.

SEABROOK Seabrook Island, SC is just around the corner from Kiawah and is set along the South Carolina coast, just 35 minutes from historic Charleston, and located on the banks of the Edisto River and the Atlantic Ocean.

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This special naturally preserved location is abundant with palm trees, live oaks, pine and native wildlife. Similarly, Seabrook also has a variety of offerings from boutiques and shops, fine dining restaurants, outdoor activities and practically all of the amenities one could possibly imagine!