The Great Pee Dee River is a 232-mile coastal plain river that flows through South Carolina, beginning near Cheraw and winding through the Pee Dee Region before eventually emptying into Winyah Bay. Designated as a State Scenic River for its lower 70-mile segment, this large, wild waterway offers diverse scenery along winding water trails lined with swamps, bottomland forests, coastal marsh, and historic structures. The river and its floodplain contain vast acreages of undeveloped forestland, wetlands, and open waters that provide excellent habitat for diverse wildlife species. The free-flowing, unaltered river system serves as important habitat for both resident and migratory fish species. With its natural beauty and abundant fish populations, the Great Pee Dee River provides exceptional recreational boating and fishing opportunities that are highly valued by anglers of all types.