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Find points of interest, nearby cities, activities, and more with our interactive map.
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Considered one of the finest blackwater rivers in the Southeast, the Waccamaw River provides clean drinking water, scenic landscapes, diverse fish and wildlife, outstanding recreation, and is an economic driver that serves the region.
Despite this, the Waccamaw is under constant threat of poorly planned development. American Rivers, Waccamaw Riverkeeper, Pee Dee Land Trust, and others are improving family-friendly recreation, such as boating, fishing, and hiking, and protecting riverside land through new ordinances and incentives that emphasize stewardship, conservation easements, and acquisition.
The Waccamaw River Blue Trail begins near the Waccamaw River Heritage Preserve in South Carolina and connects urban and rural communities to the Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge before ending at Winyah Bay.
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Use the search below to find local businesses near the river.