Smythe Park: A Daniel Island Favorite
Smythe Park on Daniel Island is a favorite spot for family photos, waterfront walks, and community events. Featuring a scenic pond, walking paths, kayak access, and the nearby Pirate Park, this 22-acre green space offers something for all ages in a peaceful Lowcountry setting.
A Walk Above the Marsh: The Pitt Street Bridge
The Pitt Street Bridge in Mount Pleasant is a local favorite for waterfront walks, kayaking, fishing, and sunset views. Once the only route to Sullivan’s Island, this scenic spot now offers coastal breezes, marsh views, and a true taste of Lowcountry living.
Exploring James Island’s Parks and History
A Lowcountry Classic for Outdoor Recreation One of the best ways to explore the natural beauty of the Lowcountry is to spend the day at a Charleston County park. On James Island, the James Island County Park is a massive 643-acre stretch that offers something for everyone: camping, trails, waterparks, a dog park, fishing, climbing […]
Daniel Island: Designed for Life Outdoors
An Island Designed for Outdoor Living Daniel Island is a planned community with over 10,000 residents; it’s also a can’t miss destination for nature enthusiasts visiting the Lowcountry. The island, with 23 miles of shoreline, is surrounded by rivers, creeks, and marshes and has over 25 miles of walking and biking trails that parallel the […]
McClellanville: A Timeless Lowcountry Fishing Village
A Step Back in Time Along Highway 17 As you enter historic McClellanville through a shady tunnel of moss-covered live oaks, you’ll discover a tiny, quaint fishing village just off Highway 17 North. With a population of about 600, residents invite visitors to experience the feeling of stepping back in time to a simpler, friendly […]
Palmetto Islands County Park
A Hidden Natural Retreat in Mt Pleasant Just behind bustling Longpoint Road in Mount Pleasant lies a 943-acre park bordering Boone Hall Creek that showcases the Lowcountry’s stunning natural beauty. Palmetto Islands County Park offers miles of trails to discover; there is something for everyone in its lush, tropical setting. Picnic Perfect, Lowcountry Style Pack […]
The Old Village – Mt Pleasant
Humble Beginnings Back in 1837, Mount Pleasant had humble beginnings as a quiet fishing village, centered around shrimping, maritime trading, and shipbuilding. The original downtown area, nestled between streets lined with live oaks draped in Spanish moss, is just one city block long, and is now known as The Old Village. The area is sweet […]
Explore Charleston’s Great Outdoors
Introduction We all know and love the famous Waterfront Park, Hampton Park, and the Battery—but there’s so much more to explore beyond those postcard-perfect spots. The Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission manages over 11,000 acres of parks, beaches, campgrounds, and historic landmarks that invite us to slow down, connect with nature, and soak in […]