This 8.2-mile trail takes the paddler down the historic Santee River, through the fast moving confines of Chicken Creek, back onto the Santee and up Wambaw Creek to the bridge at Echaw Road. Well drained oak-hickory hills along Chicken Creek provide opportunities for exploration on foot. Follow Chicken Creek until it joins the Santee. Once back on the Santee continue down river .5 mile and turn right into Wambaw Creek. Paddle upstream to the bridge at Echaw Road.
Landing is on the right.
Time your trip to catch the incoming tide up Wambaw Creek. Hampton Plantation State Park, South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism. Santee Coastal Reserve, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. From Charleston, take Hwy. 17 north to McClellanville.