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Sea turtles, nature trails, waterslides and more
Fun, wonder and education come together for the whole family in one amazing experience when you visit the
South Carolina Aquarium. Participate in our interactive exhibits and programs, and marvel at loggerhead turtles,
stingrays, sharks, otters, moray eels, alligators and much more.
The Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Fishing Pier stretches 1,045 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. The second longest on the east coast, the pier offers not only great saltwater fishing and spectacular views, but also tournaments, special events, and dining.
Daily: November-February: 8am-5pm; March, April, September, and October: 8am-sunset; May-Labor Day: 8am-8pm. This 1,015-acre park has two playgrounds, a large play hill, picnic sites with grills, open meadows, paved trails, and meeting facilities, as well as a Park Center with snack bar and bicycle and pedal boat rentals. Whirlin Waters waterpark open seasonally. Gate admission: $1 per person.
This 654-acre park highlights Charleston’s heritage, including the significance of successful rice cultivation technology brought to America by Africans. Environmental education classrooms and over seven miles of beautiful trails through nine different wildlife habitats, with trailside exhibits. Wednesday and Saturday morning bird walks. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Gate admission: $1 per person.
Free admission. The National Park Service preserves a remnant of Founding Father Charles Pinckney’s plantation, Snee Farm. Charles Pinckney was a principal architect and signer of the U.S. Constitution. An 1828 Lowcountry cottage serves as museum and visitor center. 20-minute orientation film & ˝ mile walking trail.
Daily: May-Labor Day: 8am-8pm; September, October, March, and April: 8am-Sunset; November-February: 8am-5pm. Tucked within lush vegetation, this park has marsh islands, a 50’ observation tower, the Big Toy playground, Nature Island educational trail, an off-leash dog area, covered shelters, open meadows, and bicycle and pedal boat rentals. Splash Island waterpark open seasonally. Gate admission: $1 per person.
Daily: May-Labor Day: 8am-8pm; September, October, March, and April: 8am-Sunset; November-February: 8am-5pm. A 643-acre park with a variety of recreational opportunities including crabbing and fishing from floating docks along tidal creeks and lagoons, biking, pedal boats, and picnicking. Splash Zone waterpark open seasonally. 50-foot climbing wall. Meeting facility and vacation cottages available. Gate admission: $1 per person.
Isle of Palms County Park offers beautiful ocean frontage with lifeguards on duty seasonally along a beachfront designated swimming area. Enjoy other amenities including restrooms, showers, picnic area, and chair and umbrella rentals. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
Angel Oak
Open daily 9am - 5pm. Owned and operated by the City of Charleston Department of Parks. The Angel Oak is a Live Oak tree, estimated to be 1,400 years old. Live oaks are not particularly tall, but have wide spreading canopies. Only in the very oldest of specimens do you find massive limbs resting on the ground, as do the limbs of the Angel Oak. It stands 65ft. high and provides a 17,000 square foot area of shade. No admission charge.
Audubon Center at Frances Beidler Forest
The 15,000-acre sanctuary for plant and animal life is located in Four Holes Swamp and contains the largest remaining virgin stand of bald cypress and tupelo trees in the world. A mile-and-3 quarters boardwalk begins at the Visitor's Center and sweeps past portions of majestic swamp, where ancient trees, migrating birds, and colorful wildflowers can be quietly oberserved. 35 miles NW of Charleston, Exit 187-SC 187 off I-26. Open 9:00 am-5:00 pm, Tues.-Sun. Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Adults/$8.00, 6-18 years/$4.00, Children under 6/free. Audubon members/$7.
Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site
Open daily 9am-5pm. Visitor Center, museum, gift shop and history trail, 17th century trade ship replica Adventure, native animal zoo, informal gardens, exhibits and more. Learn about and experience South Carolinas original settlement.
Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park
Located at the foot of the Ravenel bridge, featuring a visitor center/reception facility, Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Pavilion, a war memorial and nautical-themed playground. Adjacent to the Mount Pleasant Pier.
Shem Creek Park
Shem Creek Park in Mount Pleasant is located off Coleman Boulevard in close proximity to the Charleston Harbor. A float dock is available for mooring day trippers, or board a water taxi. Take a leisurely stroll or welcome the shrimp Trawlers along the long boardwalk.
The Center for Birds of Prey
The Center for Birds of Prey is home to over 50 birds, including owls, falcons, eagles, hawks and more! The Center is open to visitors Thursday - Saturday, so join us for an educational tour and flight demonstration.