I treated myself to a leisurely walk around Colonial Lake in the Harleston Village the other day…read more It's so pretty, surrounded by historic homes on the Broad, Ashley, Beaufain & Rutledge Streets. The lake itself is tidal & has very well manicured gardens and beautifully paved sidewalks. It's the ideal location for running or walking. They also have well place benches to just soak up the sun or fresh air. The peace & quiet is great. I'm ashamed to say it was my first time really exploring this area of Charleston. I'll definitely return here again. Lovely

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO Y'ALL! The festivities of the LowCountry…read moreas performed by WSWK Shortwave Kitch. Awesome show & Gullah to entertain all. Hope you were there to enjoy. If not sorry you missed a GOOD TIME. NOW FOR THE TREE LIGHTING!!

We entered the park from Bull St on to Halsey via bicycle. I was instantly drawn to signs in the…read morepark, which I almost always stop to read. The first one told me about the importance of marshland, but was hard to read because it was very faded. The second, more solid and legible sign / plaque, gave us a history of how the park got it's name and who she was. The views from this end of the park are nice and you can see the new construction of the Children's Center and the Marina along Lockwood Blvd. Pelicans could be see diving in to the water for breakfast, so we stopped to watch that for a minute. Benches are available for sitting if you are so inclined. Overall, a nice quaint park for sitting and meditating.

This has become one of my favorite spots in downtown Charleston. It's a beautiful slice of nature…read morewhere one can find solitude in the hustle and bustle of the city. Directly across from the harbor, it mainly consists of an overflow pond, a fishing dock and a couple of benches under the shade of oak trees. You can relax and take in the peacefulness around you, watch the locals fish, or catch a few yourself. You have to park in the private parking lot of the condos just off of Lockwood, but I have never had a problem with this. There is not a lot of room for kids to run around but it is a cool spot to share with bigger kids who are interested in fishing. Overall though it is a great place, especially if you just need to take a minute or two for yourself.

Laurel Hill County Park is truly one of Mount Pleasant's hidden gems! The park is beautifully…read moremaintained and offers miles of scenic trails that wind through towering pine forests, open meadows, and peaceful ponds. It's the perfect place for walking, running, biking, or just enjoying a quiet moment surrounded by nature. There's a sense of tranquility here that makes it ideal for both solo visits and family outings. The long, tree-lined path is stunning in every season--especially during sunrise or sunset--and the wide open fields are great for picnics, kite flying, or group gatherings. I love how clean and well-kept everything is, with plenty of space to explore without feeling crowded. It's also a popular spot for local events and photography sessions thanks to its natural beauty.

Laurel Hill County Park is tucked away at the back of the Park West Sports Complex…read more The trails are shaded with tree canopies. The paths were recently cleared and roots shaved down to provide an even and clear walking surface. While walking we saw a barred owl, woodpecker, and bald eagle. We went the day after a heavy rain and the trails were a bit muddy. I recommend sneakers or shoes good for mud if you go after a rain. On a non-rain day, all footwear is acceptable. It was little tricky to find as Google takes you to the 41 entrance that leads to a chained gate. Eventually we found the correct entrance on Park West Blvd. Once in the lot, you drive all the way to the farthest baseball fields with plentiful parking. Tip: take a photo of the trail maps as you can get turned around at the forks in the trails.

If you're lucky enough to score a level site right by the lake, you'll likely enjoy your stay…read more However, the campground is heavily crowded & packed with families, meaning you'll be sharing a pretty small pool with a ton of kids. The sites are also gravel and not paved. :( I planned to do some hiking on their trail, but multiple warning signs about alligators and venomous snakes to be wary of completely turned me off from exploring. On the plus side, the location itself is excellent, with plenty of restaurants and stores (including a Costco, Trader Joe & Walmart) nearby. They are also really good at picking up your garbage bags throughout the day.

Excellent RV park with a super nice pool, huge lake, great views... the park is beautiful, well…read moremaintained, clean. The staff has been great. Sites have shade. They are gravel sites but they are flat. Roads are paved so there is not dust. The WIFI actually works! One of the nicer places we have stayed in our 44 state adventure.

Very cute place!…read more This is the best spot for a picnic, some yoga, a walk, or something else! I came by for a yoga event, and there was a small farmers market going on. The park is well maintained, free to enter, and there is plenty of free parking nearby!

This is a beautiful park in downtown Charleston. Perfect for walking, biking, running, and pets…read more I've been here a few times in the past for the Spoleto Festival finale. I ran the Veterans Day 5K in November which was a fun run!

Went to Daniel Island after an overnight stay in downtown Charleston. It's part of our last name so…read morehad to go on the way home. It was the only thing we could find that didn't involve hustle & bustle of main town. We just wanted to chill. It was relaxing. Walking paths around park. No bathrooms. Free parking across the street.

Beautiful views of the water. The park itself and walking trials were paved and clean.read more

While visiting the low country, I signed up for a two hour marsh kayaking tour with COA and I am so…read moreglad I did! It was my first time kayaking in costal waters but I felt very comfortable with our guide. She was very familiar with the waterways and educated on the local wildlife. The tour was amazing! We had perfect weather, calm water, and several site points. It was cool seeing the pluff mud marshes up close! Please note: COA is located off Folly Rd which happens to be a main road to Folly Beach. Thankfully I did the 9:00am slot, because there was bumper to bumper traffic along Folly Rd by the time the tour ended around 11:30pm.

Captain Matt was AWESOME- knowledgeable, confident, made us feel safe, it was such a memorable trip…read morefor our family of 4, and worth every penny. Something that could've been mediocre turned into something we'd love to do again and again because of Captain Matt and his expertise, shared knowledge, and relaxed boat. We did get lucky, but he helped us see the dolphins, pointed out birds, slowed down to let us take it in, and he also took care of time management so well too. All the things! We saw dolphins so close to the boat, herons, storks, some people got sand dollars from the island too. I highly recommend this company and Matt based on our phenomenal experience- Yes, you drive down a bumpy rocky road to this business- but it's worth it! Trust me.

The IOP marina is and has been a staple of the island forever…read more Need to drop a boat? IOP Marina Need a quick bite? IOP Marina Need some gas before running out? IOP Marina. Need a dock to watch the sunset? You got it, IOP Marina. Tommy and the gang have been keeping it real on the island for as long as any islander can remember. Thank you guys, and keep it up!

When you must insist on some discount when they do not have power…read more.... Poorly managed marina. Arrived as a transient for two days over Christmas. to no electricity - ok we have a generator so that's fine but that also means no perimeter security gates, no Wifi, no lights on piers. Not clean. Animal waste on grass (blame the dog owners but can't site maintenance also help?) hubby says mens bathhouse smells of dead animal and is so filthy he can't use. Layout of marina provides no sight lines from dock office to transient slips, thus no security. Nickel and dime you to on everything- washer, dryer, parking, meters are on the water so soon they will charge for that as well etc. Loud ongoing construction. Slips on the ICW so a passing fishing skiffs and the local ferry rocks and rolls you- all day, all night. Worst marina along entire Intracoastal Waterway. IMHO

The facility at Park West is in excellent condition. The staff takes good care of it. What a…read moreprivilege for our kids to be able to use these fields anytime they want. My son came here last night to practice some pitching. There is always a staff member here to cover any problems or injuries. The fields are all in great condition.

I will definitely say that I'm 100% guilty of not taking advantage of this complex as much as I…read moreshould. I can walk there from my house and to be honest, I rarely do. I guess many of the amenities aren't exactly necessary for my but, it's a great place nonetheless. See a list from their website of what they offer below... Most of the amenities I have at my own complex so they are a bit redundant for me personally. They do have a dog park with a big lake that I'd love to use but, my dog hates to go in the water and that's the majority of the park. From the list below, the thing I use the most is the walking trails. It's a great little trail with doggie pot stops on the way. I recently realized they have a couple horseshoe pits with backboards too! As this is a recent discover, I am totally looking forward to getting my hands on some horseshoes and getting a game together. Let me know if you want to join! --From The Website-- Two lighted tennis courts Activity building Pool Shower rooms Baseball, softball, football, and soccer fields Three batting tunnels Multi-purpose field Outdoor track Lake pavilion Outdoor volleyball court Walking trails