Mount Pleasant Magazine July/August 2019

38 www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.ILoveMountPleasant.com | www.BestOfMP.com feature M ount Pleasant is almost completely surrounded by water. The Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway hug the east while the Charleston Harbor connects to the Wando River wrapping around the northwestern rim all the way to North Highway 17 near Seewee. We have rivers, tidal creeks, the deep sea, inlets, marshes and sounds. We often admire the water as landlubbers while crossing bridges, sitting in beach chairs and dining at waterfront restaurants. But, you really haven’t experienced Mount Pleasant until you’ve seen it from the water. We’re a harbor town, so climb aboard a vessel and enjoy the area on the water. KAYAK AND PADDLEBOARD RENTALS Shem Creek offers one of the most diverse places to paddleboard and kayak. Explore historic Shem Creek Shrimping Village and a Sea Island Bird Sanctuary called Crab Bank Island. Frequented by dolphins and home to thousands of eastern shorebirds, you’ll see the best of the tidal salt marsh life Mount Pleasant has to offer. Shem Creek kayak and paddleboard rentals and tours are available through Nature Adventures. Cost varies by length of rental and tour. kayakcharlestonsc.com COASTAL EXPEDITIONS RENTALS Whether you’re looking to experience the shrimping history and playful dolphins of Shem Creek or are seeking a quiet escape behind Isle of Palms, Coastal Expeditions BY TONYA MCGUE Water GetOnIt! has what you need to get out there and explore. Single kayak, double kayak and paddleboard rentals include all gear and instruction. Coastal Expeditions outpost locations are on Shem Creek and Isle of Palms. Kayak, paddleboard, boat and canoe tours are also available. Cost varies by length of rental and tour. coastalexpeditions.com/rentals CHARLESTONWATER TAXI The Charleston Water Taxi may be the cheapest way to get out on the water. With the $12 all-day pass, you can hop on and off the water taxi at four places — Mount Pleasant’s Patriots Point, Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, Charleston’s Waterfront and the Aquarium Wharf and Maritime Center — while relaxing and enjoying Photo by Tonya McGue.