Top Rated Parks to Visit in Sullivan's Island

"Visit Waterfront Park at the East side of the Charleston peninsula, at Vendue Range and Concord Street. The Park has a beautiful view of the Charleston Harbor, a Fountain for the kids to play in, and is the location of the famous Pineapple Fountain!. Take a walk down the Pier, and view Castle Pinckney, The U.S.S. Yorktown, and Fort Sumter!"

"This park stretches for about a half mile along the Cooper River in Charleston. It is lined up and down with beautiful walking paths, benches, trees and stunning fountains. Some of the best parts of this area besides the iconic fountains are the wooden piers that extend into the Cooper River and make for great picnic or sightseeing areas."

"Located along the Cooper River, Waterfront Park boasts a wooden pier and covered swings. Stop by to enjoy some live music or take a photo at the famous Pineapple Fountain, an Instagram favorite!. Local Tip: The parking spots on the street are metered but are free before 9 AM, after 6 PM, and all day Sunday."

"Further up the peninsula and north of the Crosstown is my favorite park in Charleston: Hampton Park. This old racetrack, parade ground and prisoner of war camp during the Civil War next to the Citadel Military College is a big expanse of greenery. It’s the largest park in downtown Charleston, and has plenty of room for the kids to run around."

"Hampton Park is your answer if you want oak trees with Spanish moss but you don’t want to pay for it!. Did you know it used to be a horse racing track, a Union prisoner of war camp, the site of the first Memorial Day parade in the country and it once housed a zoo?"

"This shady oak and monument-filled park offers up gorgeous views of the Charleston Harbor and Fort Sumter. Stroll the oyster-shell-laden paths, and during certain months of the year, you may spot some nests and baby birds as the park is also a rookery for black-crowned night herons."

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"More of a historic colonial settlement brought to life in authentic fashion than a simple park, a visit to the Charleston Towne Landing historic site makes for an excellent afternoon activity off-peninsula for people and groups of all ages. Just a short drive from downtown Charleston across the Ashley River, Charles Towne Landing brings the past to life at the site of the first permanent European settlement in the Carolinas. This state historic site offers bike rentals, nature and walking trails (including nature and history trails), and 80 acres of gardens and greenery."

"Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site sits on a marshy point, located off of the Ashley River, where a group of English settlers landed in 1670 and established what would become the birthplace of the Carolina colony."

"At the Mount Pleasant area of Charleston is a beautiful park. Here, people can get to some games, picnics, cycling, dog walking, enjoy some ice cream, and even just taking a stroll. The park is usually open from 6 AM to 11 PM."

"Wescott Park, the Lowcountry’s premier baseball and softball facility, featuring a Ripken Training Facility. Wescott Park was meticulously designed and built state of the art for the best experience for players and spectators. Apart from being a sports complex, Wescott Park features passive areas for visitors to enjoy, green spaces and walking trails through the park’s wetlands."

"Adjacent to Hampton Park, this is a great well-shaded playground with ample green space to run around in as well. I hope this list is helpful for you when you visit Charleston with your family!. Click Herefor a complete list of area parks if you are staying or visiting somewhere outside of downtown."

"I bet you will have never seen a tree as big and beautiful as the majestic oak tree that makes up Angel Oak Park. The oak tree is estimated to be a few hundred years old (some believe it’s over 1,000 years old!), stands 65 ft tall, and provides 17,000 square feet of shade. It is a gorgeous sight to behold and truly magical!"

"Angel Oak Park is located on John’s Island just west of Charleston. It actually takes a bit longer to get there than I expected as the roads are not great–single lanes with lots of traffic. I was happily surprised that, although there were a lot of people there, parking was not an issue."

"Every time locals bring first-time visitors to see the Angel Oak, it’s the same story. The newcomers have no idea the tree is going to be so big. Sprawling and majestic, it’s estimated to be at least hundreds of—maybe even more than a 1,000—years old."

"Byrd’s Cookie company actually started in Georgia back in 1924, but it has since brought its Southern flavors to Charleston. Located outside Charleston’s famous City Market, Byrd’s offers a mix of traditional and unique flavors to its crunchy little treats. The best part, aside from the cookies themselves, are the free samples!"

"Sugar Bakeshop is a magical place full of cupcakes, tarts, cookies, and pie. It is perhaps the only establishment in Charleston selling the legendary Southern Lady Baltimore cakes. Not only are the treats a joy, but the petite storefront is impeccably styled with dreamy details and vintage flair."

"The squat, square block that is Sugar Bakeshop is just so cute!. Snap a shot of its printed shop name or turn the corner to find the cupcake motif painted on its side. For an Instagram-worthy photo, you can pose with your treat of the day (this lavender blueberry cupcake was so yummy!)."

"Devoted to making every day special and milestones even better by baking fresh, creative cupcakes. Check out our unique flavors. A Charleston original and a SC favorite!"