South Carolina | Orangeburg County
North Fork Edisto RiverBaughman's Landing to Orangeburg City Landing
A 9.2-mile North Fork Edisto flatwater trip from Baughman's Landing to the Orangeburg City Landing, with broad bends, fallen trees and changing channels through the Edisto floodplain.
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Access and shuttle
A distinct North Fork Edisto day trip between SCDNR river miles 37.9 and 28.6.
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Put-in
Baughman's LandingBaughman’s guide entry notes limited parking; do not block the landing or adjacent road.
Take-out
Orangeburg City LandingOrangeburg City Landing is an urban access point; confirm current parking and construction conditions.
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Access notes and hazards
Access caveats
- Baughman’s guide entry notes limited parking; do not block the landing or adjacent road.
- Orangeburg City Landing is an urban access point; confirm current parking and construction conditions.
- Guide coordinates are approximate map values and are not a survey of ramp water-entry edges.
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- Fallen trees and changing channels
- Rapid rises and high-water navigation
- Bridge crossings and private banks
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North Fork Edisto River at Orangeburg, SC. This view may be outside your paddling reach. Images are periodic and do not establish safe conditions.
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| Gauge site | North Fork Edisto River at Orangeburg, SC |
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| Known low-water floor | 3.50 ft |
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| Main source behind this score | SCDNR Edisto River Basin Boating Guide |
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NotesWhat to know before you go
These notes cover the access details, route quirks, and source caveats most likely to matter once you get there.
- Reach and distanceRiver miles 37.9 to 28.6; 9.2 miles
SCDNR Edisto guide access table lists Baughman’s Landing to Orangeburg City Landing as 9.2 miles.
- Numeric scoring evidenceOrangeburg gauge minimum 3.5 ft
SCDNR’s North Fork index states best boating conditions are at least 3.5 ft at Orangeburg gauge 02173500. No upper threshold is inferred.
- Access and coordinate review2026-09-09
Both named endpoints and approximate decimal coordinates come from the SCDNR guide; recheck current access status and parking before release.
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North Fork Edisto River paddling FAQ
What water level is best for the Baughman's Landing to Orangeburg City Landing route on the North Fork Edisto River?
Paddle Today watches North Fork Edisto River at Orangeburg, SC and uses 3.50 ft as the conservative low-water floor for this route. The ideal range still needs more paddler reports.
Where does the Baughman's Landing to Orangeburg City Landing route on the North Fork Edisto River start and end?
This route starts at Baughman's Landing and ends at Orangeburg City Landing, about 9.2 river miles on the water.
Is the Baughman's Landing to Orangeburg City Landing route on the North Fork Edisto River suitable for beginners?
This is listed as a moderate route. Expect more planning than an easy float, and use the live score, route notes, and source links before committing.
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