Best places: Parks in Charleston County, United States

A nautical-themed playground, 1,250-ft pier with bench swings, cafe/gift shop & scenic harbor views.

Swimming beach with seasonal lifeguards & pelican rookery featured in preserve with limited parking.

Celebrated riverfront park providing landscaped green space, a playground & stage for performances.

This serene park with tidal creeks & trails is a popular spot for biking, crabbing & camping.

Boardwalks, trails & fishing boats highlight this tranquil town park with creek & wetlands views.

Modern, 1,250 ft.-long pier with bench swings, a pavilion, harbor views, fishing & a cafe/gift shop.

Oceanside preserve featuring a lighthouse, a beach, surf fishing, birdwatching & more.

Featuring extensive floral displays, this park also offers a baseball diamond, playground & trail.

A 943-acre nature setting with paved trails, picnic sites & access for fishing, crabbing & kayaking.

Protected wetlands area with walking trails, a boardwalk, an amphitheater & local wildlife.

Historic tidal pond & dog-friendly park with paved pathways, benches, fishing & open green space.

👍👍 This venue is truly a hidden gem in every sense of the term. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Trails are well maintained and well marked. Wildlife experience is fantastic. This being our first visit I didn't take everything like binoculars. They rent them for $2. Grea...

Well-known park with Charleston Harbor views, plus a large lawn, walkways & fountains.

Popular destination with 5 miles of beach, a saltwater marsh, an iconic lighthouse & camping.

This 1,045-ft. fishing pier with a tackle shop is a busy destination with scenic ocean views.

Beachfront park offering a playground & umbrella rentals, plus grills & a sand volleyball court.

Sprawling expanse of woodlands & wetlands with grills & picnic spots, plus a fee-based water park.

Serene park with beach access offers trails for hiking & biking plus campsites & furnished cabins.

This popular green space along the Cooper River features a large meadow & performance pavilion.

This public garden beside the water offers paved paths, military statues, canons & picnic areas.