A little off 95, stopped here for a toddler activity and we were so impressed by all the fun toys…read more Daughter decided to pretend to go camping after swinging and spinning for a bit. Easy to find parking and there are restrooms. Some locals were playing pickleball nearby on the courts.

Such a fun park for yourself and especially the little ones! Plenty of space and didn't feel too…read morecrowded. There is a separate area for working out which I love to !

If the weathers nice its a nice easy straight shady walk. However it's been neglected over the…read moreyea4s and feels like it. Graffiti, broken trail maps, no nature(which is weird), and it needs to be refreshed, bad. But for Florence its the best I can find. I recommend parking at the trail head near the civic center rather than the exit by the firehous3, where there are no signs and you can't see it.

The Florence Rail Trail is a great place to run, walk, or bike in Florence. It has mile markers…read moreevery .24 miles, and these are correct (according to my Garmin). This trail is paved for about 1.5 miles- 3 miles total if you run the whole thing out and and back. After that, it's a bit rocky but you can still walk or run. There's a small parking lot right off Ebenezer Rd., and some neighborhoods you can run through if you want to log some extra miles. The trail also has garbage cans and a bench at around the 1/2 mile mark. The only downside I've ever experienced running here is that sometimes you have to watch out for off-leash dogs. For the most part, people keep their dogs on the leash but occasionally someone will let the dog off. Other than that, the rail trail is flat, fast, and a great place to do a workout.

For those driving along I-95, you could stop at a rest stop, or you could take a detour less than…read more10 minutes off the highway in order to arrive at this picturesque Carolinian wetland. A sign helpfully points out what to do if you have a half an hour or a half a day. I was closer to the former, but the boardwalk out into the blackwater swamp yielded some fantastic sights in the time I had. Despite signage, I did not see any alligators, but neither was I mobbed by insects. A few light splashes more suggestive of frogs and the occasional bird in the distance provided most of the soundtrack. It is definitely a vibe you wouldn't get in any other part of the country. And for those that do have more time, the couple I saw dragging kayaks into the water looked ready for an excellent day as well.

We were looking for a spot to stop and have lunch on the way to the shore. This is a super quiet…read morepark, off the beaten path but perfect for a picnic and to walk around! There was a shelter with a grill and several picnic tables, plenty of clean bathrooms and even a little store. There is a small boardwalk after walking down the dirt trail for maybe 5 minutes ? We didn't proceed, too many alligator signs and the water was fairly close to the boardwalk! Overall great spot!

Beautiful park overall! Very nice trails throughout, and a nice swimming area near the park office…read more Restrooms were in great condition as well

This was a nice place to go for a hike with friends and a dog.People that are there seem to be…read moreextremely friendly. It's a clean park with a lot of different trails. It also has a playground, kayaking and boating. You're also allowed to fish there. I would recommend this. This park also offers a lot of benches to sit down in rest while Hiking. Please for a day trip with the family or friends.

We love going here. It's so beautiful and I really enjoy the boardwalks. Our dog loves going too…read more Every season has something new to offer, and there is information on the plants, trees and wildlife all along the trails. There are a few picnic areas. There are no restrooms.

A dainty park created at the corner of Dargan St & Elm St, near the old McClenaghan High School…read morebuilding. There's ample parking on the Elm St side of the park. It's very peaceful, clean, and well kept. Everything is centered around this beautiful water feature. There's a paved walking area and lots of greenery at the perimeter of the park. But, no shade in the seating areas keeping everything bright and airy. It's all just enough to draw you into this cocoon of serenity. As a Florence native, it almost makes me forget that this was a bad area once upon a time.

This is a must in the Myrtle Beach area! The tour is…read morerelaxing, entertaining, and educational I have been four or five times. Each time it's different because they discuss what's happening on the river at the time you're there. This visit we've seen lots of alligators, including a baby, yellow, bellied slider turtles, lots of osprey, starting to raise their young and some beautiful plant life as well as the lore that goes with both the ICW, the rivers and all that goes on there. We always take visitors here. However, it's a place for locals to go over and over again. It's one of my favorite ways to relax and spend some time on the water. This visit we saw Peacock that must've been 8 feet long. He was magnificent. It would be a great place to or friends to show them a little appreciation!

While visiting myrtle beach, I was looking for an area with some trails that would be easier since…read morei would have my husband with me who is really not a hiker. We decided on the yellow and blue trail in waccamaw wildlife refuge. Reviews i had read from other sources stated that they had seen lots of wildlife over off this trail. The trail was pretty secluded and felt set back away from everything. There were so many trees! Absolutely loved it! We walked on a blanket of pine needles for a good chunk of the trail and then on a boardwalk for part of the trail. Saw lots of spider webs, some caterpillars, lots of lizards, some birds, and then a squirrel. The trail was quiet on a friday morning, we only saw a handful of people. It was a lovely stroll in nature and one of the highlights of the trip. It definitely made me want to come back to south carolina to come and explore with some friends and really go and see more of the beauty!

An awesome veterans war memorial park to those who served from Florence. Large, well maintained,…read morewith natural beauty of trees and bushes. The rectangular park has multiple monuments and memorials to the various services and all the brave service members. A fine tribute for all to appreciate and enjoy.

Beautiful park. One of the nicer Veteran Memorial parks I've been too. Prefect for a nice day.read more

What a beautiful oasis in Sumpter! While traveling through the area I wanted to find a place to…read morestop for a bit and take a break from driving. This place came up in my search and so glad it did. The garden is very well maintained and extremely relaxing. Large pond with a number of different species of swans and geese. Great walking trails with lots of shade too. Well worth a visit. Wish I lived closer.

This park holds a very sentimental place to me. My mom used to bring me and my sisters here when we…read morewere kids. Also, we used to come here with several of my cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents. So coming back here years after my mother's passing was a very bitter sweet moment. The park was as I remembered but also they have added things and made it more. The upkeep and maintenance of the park is great. Great for walking and justa relaxing atmosphere.

So beautiful.the main building has maps and help if you are not sure what trail to walk.this place…read moreis huge and has picnic areas to rest. Very beautiful

Despite the listing of this place and the "US Fish and Wildlife" at this address as "closed", this…read moreis anything but closed. Am I glad I ignored the message and took the time to stop by, drive through, and walk around. Expecting to find a park with a slant on conservation of flora and fauna, some endangered, I was surprised to find that and a lot more. South Carolina is home to one of nations Wildlife refuges, and at 45,000 acres, it has something for everyone. There's a road through the Refuge for those wanting an overview, with the road starting on one end from Hwy 1 and going a few miles through wooded areas, and past some ponds and lakes. Within the Refuge are a few hiking/walking trails ranging from a little less than a mile to a little over three miles. For ornithologists, it's a must-stop spot. As you enter the refuge, near the office, there are brochures available describing all the things to see or do during a visit. It's open for self-guided touring if that's your preference. Surprisingly, at certain times of the year, the Refuge is open to hunting, and in a smaller area, open for fishing as well. Every month highlights different wildlife Every so often, they do controlled burns that mimic those in nature with the goal of creating conditions that help certain animals and vegetation. Even the ponds and fields are managed to prevent thing that hinder new growth or prevent wildlife from flourishing. It's an amazing sight to see, and best of all, it's free.