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Sunset at Shem Creek
At sunset, the creek gathers reflections from the sky, boats and waterfront lights. Dolphins, pelicans, kayaks and returning shrimp trawlers can turn a simple evening walk into a constantly changing Lowcountry scene.
The Story of Sunset at Shem Creek
Shem Creek is a tidal waterway in Mount Pleasant lined with shrimp boats, docks, restaurants and marsh. A public boardwalk follows part of the creek toward Charleston Harbor, creating an easy place to watch working boats and coastal wildlife.
Sunset at Shem Creek in Context
Shem Creek is a tidal waterway in Mount Pleasant lined with shrimp boats, docks, restaurants and marsh. A public boardwalk follows part of the creek toward Charleston Harbor, creating an easy place to watch working boats and coastal wildlife.
What Makes It Special
At sunset, the creek gathers reflections from the sky, boats and waterfront lights. Dolphins, pelicans, kayaks and returning shrimp trawlers can turn a simple evening walk into a constantly changing Lowcountry scene.
Interesting Facts
Shem Creek supports one of the Charleston area's most visible working shrimping fleets. The creek flows through salt marsh into Charleston Harbor.
Explore the R&M Photographs
Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see shrimp boats, marsh, reflections and sunset color along Shem Creek.
The Story of Sunset at Shem Creek
Shem Creek is a tidal waterway in Mount Pleasant lined with shrimp boats, docks, restaurants and marsh. A public boardwalk follows part of the creek toward Charleston Harbor, creating an easy place to watch working boats and coastal wildlife.
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