I'm not sure what impressed me the most of the many parts of this public (no fee) park…read more An older gentlemanly fellow was tending to the shrubs within the Butterfly Gardens outdoor area. I couldn't help but stand and watch how well he worked, careful footing, tiny pruning sheets, totalky enveloped in his toil. I bumped into a volunteer who told me a bit about the lake behind the main building, the picnic area, the baseball fields --- a sweetheart of a lady, and so generous with her time. I loved the tall pine trees and the pine straw bed they laid down around the picnic table area. We sat breathing in the sweetest air, observing peace -- absorbing tranquility, this is a wonderfully calming place.

Love this park. Pretty nice indoor basketball court, outdoor baseball fields, benches, some algae…read morefilled ponds, free parking. Beautiful place to spend a couple hours or workout. Weird indoor basketball schedule with leagues that use facilities.

I absolutely love this park! One of my favorite walking trials in the area. A $2 entry fee, well…read moreworth it. Accessible restrooms throughout the park. A dog park which I can't wait to bring my dog here once summer hits. The grounds are maintained very well and marked visible so it is easy to navigate your way around.

Wannamaker County Park is one of our favorite outdoor spots in the area--especially if you're…read morevisiting with a dog. The park is very pet-friendly, with wide trails, open spaces, and plenty of room to walk, sniff, and explore. We love coming here in the winter months because it's much less crowded, which makes it perfect for letting our dog, Luna, really enjoy herself without a lot of distractions. She gets to explore at her own pace, and we get a peaceful, relaxing walk. Another nice bonus is the cost--it's only $2 per person to enter, which is very reasonable for how much space and how well-maintained the park is. We have the Charleston County Park Pass, so we don't pay anything to get in, making it an easy go-to spot for regular visits. The trails are well-kept, there's a great mix of wooded areas and open space, and it never feels overly busy during the cooler seasons. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quiet, dog-friendly park, especially in the fall and winter when the crowds thin out.

Great park. Not busy unless there is soccer. The playground is in full sun much of the time…read moreunfortunately and there is a creek right by the playground, so bring bug spray. Great trails, easy parking and clean bathrooms by the playground.

If you are looking for a beautiful park to visit, check out West Ashley Park…read more So beautiful! There are softball fields, a kids play grounds, plenty of hiking trails and a beautiful large lake and dock. We spent a few hours hiking the trails. They are well maintained and the views are breath taking. The lake is large and beautiful and looks to house several species of fish. There is a board walk and two floating docks on each side for shore fishing. We plan to come back with our kayaks for a day of fishing. There are picnic tables and a few BBQ grills. Perhaps a picnic lunch and then kayaking. The park is dog friendly with a leash. Lots of people walking and enjoying the quiet scenery and fall weather. You won't want to pass up West Ashley Park.

A very well thought out park design! Very large playground area with a variety of playground…read moreequipment, including swings, tire, swing, sand area, slides, monkey bars, etc. I can imagine it would be hard to keep up with your child(ren) if there are multiple other children running around, but they would have a blast. They have a little scavenger hunt for shapes throughout the playground on as well.

Gahagan Park has quickly become one of my favorite places to walk. Since the beginning of the…read moreCoronavirus, I've been staying with my boyfriend in Lincolnville. I have been trying to go on a walk every day. Most days, I just walk around his neighborhood. However, I was excited when I heard the parks reopened. I made a venture to Gahagan Park the first time almost on accident. I needed somewhere to go to get signal, as I don't get good phone service in Lincolnville. So I went to Gahagan Park for the phone signal, but after my virtual appointment, I decided to walk around this park. I found a track wrapping around a football field. I headed towards this because I assumed this would be the best place for walking. I passed a few baseball fields on my way. When I got to the track and started to walk around, I noticed that part of the track veers off. I followed this path to see where it lead. It went by some more baseball fields. It also lead to some public bathrooms and a picnic area. At the end of this walking trail, there is a graveyard. It is fenced in, and I couldn't get in. This is the point where I turn around, as the park ends and the walking path turns into a road. I like coming to Gahagan Park for my daily walks. I have a friend who plays ultimate frisbee here! This is a cool, fun, and relatively safe place to hang out. I definitely recommend checking it out!

This is a nice little park along the Stono River. Very accessible and easy to explore. The…read morewalking path is wide with the first 1/3 asphalt. The second 1/3 is composite decking on a raised boardwalk. The final portion is dirt/crushed gravel. With the exception of the boardwalk it is shaded and most of what is visible is marsh until you get to the end where the river is visible but not accessible. Worn and clearly well used, nicely maintained and clean. Great place for a relaxing stroll.

Nice, newer park, with updated facilities/parking, but not a whole lot to see as far as…read moretrees/wildlife. A nice walk out to the island and views of the marsh, the boardwalk is nice and not crowded. They're keeping up on maintenance, as they had signs up saying how they had removed trees that had invasive bug problems, which is good since maintenance is often neglected. If you're in the area, check it out.

Great new 6 acre park on James Island. This park offers wonderful views and a pleasant marsh…read morebreeze. There are tons of picnic tables and space for kids to play. It's a great place to watch a sunset and wildlife. There's even a small little trail to walk on.

This is an awesome playground, never crowded, walking distance to the beach (East side) and Bert's…read more The playground is pirate themed, with paintings, a lighthouse, a pirate ship, a tire swing, and a climbing dome. Super fun place for my 5 year old, he requests to go to this park specifically :) There are also tennis courts attached so bring your racquets. Parking is designated on the side, and free of course which is great. There's also a wooden seat around a big tree and a gazebo for parents to relax. Wonderful park! Take your kiddos!

Clean bathrooms with baby changing stations, a water bottle refill station and kids play equipment…read morein the shade? Yes please!

Chapel Street Fountain Park is a great park on Chapel Street in Charleston. This park is a nice…read moreaddition and packs a lot of green space into a small area. The fountain is very nicely placed in the middle of the park with flowers, trees, and other plants all around it. This is a great area to sit down and relax in on a hot day in the shade or any time that you need a little quiet. The park is very well maintained and always seems clean and smells good. This is a great place to visit and escape from the world and is very Charleston, but seems to be a different place while still being in the middle of the city. I have always had a great and fun experience visiting here and am very happy that this park exists.

Nestled just one block back from Meeting Street, this mini park seems a world away from downtown's…read moreoften hectic and crowded feel. While there are no park benches, this is an ideal spot to take a breather and enjoy the beauty and seclusion of this little oasis in between the concrete streets of Charleston!