South Morris Island at Lighthouse Inlet; Rising Tide 16 X 12 "

Much has been told regarding Morris Island and its battle against the elements here at this on-line gallery site and of this inlet at Lighthouse Creek. Most fishermen are familiar with the surf fishing at this site and others shudder at the talk of sharks here. Historians are familiar with the importance of this creek during the Civil War. Folly was invaded relatively early by the "Yankees" when there were two "Follys", north and south , divided by a river that was located generally where the "washout" is located today. Although all those items in the above paragraph are important to this author, it's natural beauty trumps all of it's other details. I have witnessed virtually every season, tide, and sand bar here over the years. Although I love storms and find them thrilling, I plan to avoid this inlet should a hurricane or powerful storm arrive. There is a lot of energy displayed in this inlet due to the tides, wind, and dangerous currents.  This view is at the south end of Morris whi