I like walking here after work to read. It's really peaceful. I always snap a picture of the turtles sunbathing and then find a bench. I'll sit there for hours just enjoying nature. read more

Beautiful spot. Parking is a little bit lacking, but that's OK. Nice for a little stroll. I do wish they wouldn't have changed the bridges and taken away the character now they're kind of just extremely ugly, but this is definitely a place to stop by and see the beauty. read more

This is a beautiful & peaceful urban park literally a moment's drive from historic downtown Summerville. There are lots of different paths, diverse landscaping, and even a babbling brook below one of the pedestrian bridges. There are also a couple of tennis courts. read more

Azalea Park - there are some historic houses along one of the walking paths at the southern edge of the park - Parks Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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A great spot to take a leisurely walk or excellent place to play Pokémon if you're into that. There are several walking trails in the park that extends across the street into the other park area near the tennis courts. The perfect time is during spring when the azaleas are in bloom and not too cold to walk. Also, if you're looking for a place to take professional photos this may be the place if you would like to stay local in the Summerville area. read more

This is a manicured park with picnic areas. It is not huge, and the roads are close enough that it doesn't really get you lost in the woods or anything. On the other hand, the bugs aren't as numerous here as they are closer to the water. There are some sights to see, but mostly it's a free green space to relax in. read more

Another gorgeously planned park originally designed in 1930's. Very beautiful and abundant azaleas, obviously , with tea olive, camellia, and others. Very quiet, safe and clean to have a nice walk around the park with a small canal, swamp pond, and sculptures throughout. read more

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What a disappointment! This park has great write-ups and reviews, so we went with expectations that the reviews mentioned. Wow! The park is in disarray --ponds are dirty, murky and have non-functioning aeration. The statues were cute enough, but they were in a messy environment that you wouldn't want to stay long to enjoy them. You could barely see large turtles in one of the ponds, even though they were just below the surface (photo). Not sure why it appears that the parks department has ignored this area, as it's in a beautiful, historic part of Summerville and could be a lovely attraction. read more

Azalea Park - Turtles barely visibly in murky pond - Parks Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

I loved my walk through Azalea Park while visiting a friend who is lucky enough to live in Summerville. This town offers so much in such a quaint setting. Just outside of town, we walked over to the park that is beautiful on the outside looking in. Set right on the street that is somewhat busy, it was incredible to feel the city drift away as we walked further into the park. The greenery and flowers are abundant. My friend said at certain time, when the flowers are all in bloom, the feeling in amazing. The paths winding through the park, take to around a pond and to a gazebo. It was so relaxing to meander around with no pressure to go one way or another. There are sunny places and cool shady spots too. When we were at the pond I was shocked at the amount of turtles that were swimming around and sun bathing. It was a sight to see! When we left, it was a couple minute walk back to town for a cold beverage. It was the perfect way to spend the afternoon. read more

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Azalea Park - Located just off S. Main St at 5th South St in Summerville is one heck of a park! As my daughter says, this is a walking park...no playgrounds here, but there is plenty to go than any playground you will find! Azalea is called azalea due to...well...the azaleas planted bordering and throughout the park. When they're in bloom in the spring, there are few places more beautiful. There are two sides to the park on either side of South Main St. One side has easy, ample parking along with restrooms. Throughout the park, there are ample sculptures. Absolutely stunning. Check out Sculpture Down South's page to find out about the sculptures. In addition, there are ponds throughout the park, gazebos, walking trails, and plenty of green spaces along with a tennis court. Check out Azalea Park! read more

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Summerville Dorchester County, has done a fantastic job at preserving green space and making that space so inviting. The upgrades include piers, rentable indoor space as well as a stage for future performances. Highlights are views of the Ashley river, a boat launch and a resident gator. Get out and enjoy folks. We are so blessed to live here. read more

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Azalea Park in Summerville is one of my favorite parks as it has a lot of open green space to run around and enjoy. I like the bridges and sculptures throughout the park as they really add a lot of character and variety to the park. This is a great place for a picnic or to just find a nice spot to sit and relax on a busy day. There is plenty of activities to take part in in this park and there always seems to be something going on during different parts of the year. I have always found this park very clean and well maintained each time that I have been here. This is one of the best parks in the area and I look forward to being able to come here as often as I can to have a good time and get some fresh air. read more

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Park area was very clean and beautiful for walking! Not much for kiddos but great for a nice afternoon out. read more

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Azalea Park is a nice little park near downtown Summerville. There are two sides to the park and you must cross Main St. to get from side to side. I love the sculptures throughout the park- though my favorites are on the side where the tennis courts are (two lighted courts, if you're interested in playing tennis). Lots of photo ops throughout. My profile pic was actually taken at Azalea a couple of years ago. They've since redone that bridge (and have yet to paint it) and the area around it by taking out some trees. If you go to the Visit Summerville website you can print off a free home tour that starts from Azalea Park too. We did the tour yesterday and it was a nice walk around some streets we hadn't been down before. read more

Azalea Park - Lots of camellias throughout the park - Parks Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

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This park has become a favorite thanks to Pokemon Go but for way more reasons after we walked it a couple times. Beautifully laid out and clean. Great statues and landscaping. Perfect paths through open and covered. I love going to this park! Feel like being outside and enjoying it? Stop over and walk and rest and catch em all! read more

Azalea Park - Lots of Poke Stops! - Parks Near Me - Summerville, South Carolina

Beautiful place to spend the afternoon with the family. Surrounded by artwork and sculptures spend time walking around and enjoy nature. Great facilities, tennis courts and bridges. read more

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Lots of potential. All of the water features are mossy and unkept. But the grounds are in great shape and it is a nice place to walk and look at nature. read more

Nice little park with some picture worthy bridges and statue. Walking path. Great place to both hide and find painted rocks. So it seems to be a great family location. read more

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A very pretty place in downtown Summerville to walk around and just enjoy the city and the outdoors. It's a popular spot for family photos because of its beauty and iconic Summerville scenes. Don't go looking for a playground, though. It's not that kind of park. There are lots of playgrounds nearby if that's what you're looking for: Laurel St, 78 kind of behind the Piggly Wiggly (Doty Park), corner of Richardson and Palmetto, Gahagan. read more

Love this park...Right in the heart of Summerville there is part of the park on each side of Main St....both sides have nice little turtle ponds that the kids can feed the turtles at and winding paved trails. There are benches and tables and plenty of grassy areas to have a picnic lunch with the whole family or to let the kids run around.....the Azalea festival is held here every spring.....hours are from dawn to dusk....enjoy. read more

Azalea Park is a nice little surprise in the middle of Summerville. The sculptures are beautiful. I highly recommend trying to find all of them. There's never a bad time of year to visit the park, but visiting when the azaleas are in bloom is amazing. Parking is limited, things "to do" are limited, but a beautiful, quiet, serene place to visit. read more

It's a nice and safe park to walk around in Summerville. They have plaques of various people, two of which are my relatives, from various times along the trail as long as interesting historical facts. Charleston has some great parks if that's what you are looking for. read more

As other reviewers have stated, this is a nice little park near downtown Summerville. It appears that "back in the day" it was attractive, well maintained and pristine, but that was then, and this is now. Azalea Park now suffers from the effects of time and minimal maintenance and support. Mowing and trimming are needed along with maintenance on the structures (such as the pools and gazebos) that exist. Still it was pleasant to spend a few minutes enjoying what the park had to offer. read more

What's NOT to LOVE about Azalea Park?? When you visit however, be sure to explore BOTH sides of the park. Many people aren't aware Azalea Park is split in half, with Main Street running right down the middle. There is a crosswalk, so cross over, which ever side you've parked on, and enjoy the OTHER side as well. One side has many famous larger bronze sculptures, the public tennis courts, smooth walking trails through the pines, magnolia and azaleas, and a beautiful little pedestrian bridge, perfect for photographs. The other side has a couple of truly lovely gazebos, a fantastic turtle pond, many benches, a memorial walkway, smaller bronze sculptures - including our beloved fox couple - another adorable pedestrian bridge, and more smooth walking trails through the trees and flowers native to Summerville. Both sides are stroller friendly throughout, and most areas would be wheel chair accessible. Have fun, and WELCOME TO SUMMERVILLE, SC! read more