This upper section of Wadboo Creek can be challenging, particularly during periods of low water when it may become necessary to exit your craft to portage obstructions. Well worth the effort, this lovely cypress swamp is much as it was over two centuries ago when Francis Marion and his Brigade of men frequented the area.

Under the stewardship of Santee Cooper, this corridor has been placed in a conservation trust to preserve its pristine beauty. Santee Cooper has placed small yellow diamond-shaped trail markers bearing the likeness of a canoe throughout the trail. About halfway through the trail, they have designated and marked an area for primitive camping. Santee Cooper also periodically clears storm debris from the area, making it a more enjoyable trip.

Shortly beyond the camping area, the creek opens a bit, making for easier paddling. You will see remnants of dikes and canals from the rice field era. You will also pass several limestone bluffs along the banks shortly before coming to the takeout at the Rembert C. Dennis Landing on Highway 402. It will be necessary to either stage a vehicle here or to arrange for pickup.

For less adventurous paddlers, a very pleasant trip can be had by launching at the Rembert C. Dennis Landing and paddling upstream. The total distance from the Henry Brown Bridge to Rembert C. Dennis Landing is about 5 miles. Typical wildlife sightings on this trail include white tailed deer, turkey, and small alligators.

Camping: Approximately halfway is a primitive camping area.

Access Points (mileage and GPS coordinates are approximate and for reference only):

Mile 0 (GPS N 33.2502 W 79.9142) ­ Henry Brown Bridge on the Palmetto Trail: From Moncks Corner, drive north on US 52/17A and stay on US 17A when it breaks to the right. Drive for 4.1 miles and turn right at the Wadboo Paddle Trail sign. Drive to the end of the road, where you will see a section of the Palmetto Trail on your left. You will need to portage east on the Palmetto Trail for about 300 yards to the bridge. Put­in is on the right or south side of the bridge.

Mile 0.2 (GPS N 33.2463 W 79.9160) ­ Stay to the right.

Mile 0.8 (GPS N 33.2401 W 79.9209) ­ Stay to the left if you started from the Rembert Dennis Landing.

Mile 1.8 (GPS N 33.2296 W 79.9285) ­ Stay to the right.

Mile 2.2 (GPS N 33.2250 W 79.9304) ­ Stay to the left if you started from the Rembert Dennis Landing.

Mile 3.2 (GPS N 33.2118 W 79.9315) ­ Stay to the right.

Mile 3.7 (GPS N 33.2100 W 79.9388) ­ Stay to the right.

Mile 4.6 (GPS N 33.2004 W 79.9452) ­ Stay to the left if you started from the Rembert Dennis landing.

Mile 5.2 (GPS N 33.1959 W 79.9528) ­ Rembert C. Dennis Landing: From Moncks Corner, drive north on US 52/17A and turn right onto SC 402. The landing is 2.0 miles on the left.