Hog Island is part of Bear Island, which is confusing considering the fact both are islands. I live in the Lowcountry, which is mostly islands, so I don’t question.

There is no road for going on Hog, a long dike walk is all there is. The driest part here is probably the dike anyway.

However it is a pretty (buggy) place for a short walk. The grass is taller than a person so views are only available on the dike trunks.

Earlier this year we had some great Black Skimmer activity in the open spot below.

Both sides on the dike are open marsh and hummocks. Because it is so open, and deep, most wildlife activity is off in the closer marshes.

However, you might find ‘cranky’ gator. In the past this was his territory. He got that nickname because he was never pleased to see us. No real problem, he just like to tell you to leave.

Hog Island, Bear Island South Carolina.