Edisto Island is one of South Carolina's Sea Islands, known for its beautiful beaches, rich wildlife and great food. The island, the main town Edisto Beach and the Edisto River that runs through the island, are named by Edisto Indians, who used the island seasonally for fishing. Edisto Island is a popular tourist destination, with many of historic estates converted into hotels, inns and restaurants.
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You can fly to Charleston (CHS) Airport, rent a car and drive to Edisto Island for 1 hour (44.8 mi) via US-17 S and SC-174.
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