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The longest black water river in the world, the Edisto winds through miles of Bamberg County's dense hardwood swamps, providing a backdrop of moss
draped trees and colorful plants. Much of the river along the north and south forks remain in its natural state, and anglers can fish for largemouth
bass, striped bass, jackfish, pike warmouth, catfish, bream and the local favorite, redbreast.
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Hunters, fishermen, canoeists, and nature lovers will be sure to find something to enjoy in Bamberg County. History buffs should be sure to check out
the historic attractions in the area.
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Fishing
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Bob Cat Landing - South Fork, Edisto River. Off US Bobcat Rd off of Bamberg Rd, north of Bamberg. Hard surface ramp.
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Brabham's Landing - South Fork, Edisto River. Cannon Bridge Rd off of US 78, north of Bamberg. Hard surface ramp.
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Whetstone's Landing - 15 miles east of Bamberg at Hwy 61 & US Hwy 21 intersection. Public welcome but a fee is charged. Hard
surface ramp and tackle shop.
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Hunting
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Broxton Bridge Plantation - Ehrhardt. Hunting preserve offering all types of
hunting, fishing and (2) 100-shot sporting clays courses.
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Cinnamon Ridge Hunt Club - Ehrhardt. Captain Brock Hook, owner/guide.
Whitetail deer hunting in four counties. Bass and catfish ponds, profession rifle range. Accommodations available in lodge or cabins.
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Southern Whitetail Guide Service - Denmark. Provides over 1100 acres of
farmland, swamps, hardwoods and pines. Specialize in one day hunts.
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Parks and Preserves
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Cathedral Bay Heritage Preserve - Located in Bamberg
County, this 58-acre blackwater cypress bay is near the junction of SC Highway 64 and US Highway 301. Cathedral Bay, also known as Chitty Bay or
Chitty Pond, is an excellent example of the Carolina Bay phenomenon. Carolina Bays are elliptical or oval basins found throughout the Atlantic
Coastal Plain. Since standing water up to three feet is prevalent parts of the year, access to Cathedral Bay is by waddling, shallow-draft
johnboats, or canoes. The bay is dry at times and this permits hiking.
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Rivers Bridge State Historic Site - Erhardt. The
only state park to commemorate the Confederacy. Battle breastworks are still intact at this spot where a small band of Confederate troops tried
to hold off Sherman's inevitable march.
Enjoy fishing in the Salkehatchie River for bream, crappie and catfish. Find nature trails, picnic shelters, playgrounds, meeting facilities
and campsites.
Listed on the National Register.
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