Northbridge Park in West Ashley is a cool park that has great views of the river and is a hidden…read moregem! I've been here several times to enjoy a view when running, watching the fireworks, and have seen the Solar Eclipse from this area.

Northbridge Park is situated at the foot of the North Bridge; the one that spans the Ashley River…read more Tip: This bridge runs between Charleston's West Ashley and North Charleston. The park has a shaded picnic area. It also has a dock where boats can dock for up to two hours. The view of the Ashley River from the bridge is quite striking :-) On the day we were there, there were quite a few people there, many of whom were casting for shrimp off the dock. All told, this is a nice place to visit.

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.

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.

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.

This was such a great spot for a field trip. The adaptive equipment was great for individuals in…read morewheelchairs. There was a diverse selection of slides and swings. A splash pad area was in use, very cool for a hot day. There was plenty of parking available. A shaded area with picnic tables and benches all throughout the park. Restroom facilities available on site as well.

This was such a great park to visit! Was looking for somewhere toto get in my morning walk and…read morestumbled upon this gem. Lots to do for your family. There are tennis , basketball , volleyball and pickle ball courts. The walking trail is nice. Plenty for children in the dedicated play area. They also have ping pong tables and plenty of seating around the park.

I took my toddler to Park Circle Playground on a weekend afternoon. The playground was full of…read morechildren playing with a variety of unique and interactive equipment. It was clean and well-maintained. My toddler had a wonderful time at the playground and was very happy to spend his afternoon exploring all the equipment.

Good park to take my kids. My son is 11 and he is a little too big physically and a big too old…read moreemotionally for the park, but for the last few years he has enjoyed coming here. Lots of kids and parents every time I have been here. The big downsides is that there needs to be a few more bathrooms, it's often a wait, and they need more seating, especially in the shade, and the seating isn't really comfortable. It's still a decent park and I'm glad it's here. J.Ja

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.

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!

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.

This was a magical place - the swamp was amazing :). Loved the egrets, cranes, alligators, turtles…read moreand soothing nature sounds!

This was so fun to learn about so many plants in the wildlife and we even got to see turtles mixing…read morewith alligators and not be eaten. We love the train it was a easy way to see a lot of the plantation and I WOULD do it again.