Hunting Island State Park

 Destination Awaits:

 So after a long day of driving from Mt. Pleasant to Battle of River Bridges to Lake Warren and down to Beaufort. I hit the last of today’s state parks. This is park #9 only 35 more to go. At least I have until April of next year, plenty of time.

Address: 2555 sea island parkway, Hunting Island, SC

Just the facts (brief History):

*5 miles of beach, turtles nesting areas are cordon off for protection

*Got its name because it was once used for hunting deer, waterfowl, and raccoon. I didn’t see any of those wild animals but did see an alligator trying to cross the road.

*Original lighthouse built in 1859 but destroyed in the civil war. 

*rebuilt in 1875. Built with removable cast iron plates so air could be moved and rebuilt if necessary

*1889 erosion led to it being dismantled and relocated

*remained active until 1933

*currently the lighthouse is closed due to repairs.

Tips to know before going:

* prepare to spend the day exploring or just relaxing at the beach

*see about the different tours they offer, and book it. St Philips tour or dolphin tour

*go to the website and see what is happening 

What to do there:

* Nature center (make sure you go when it is open)

*boating, fishing, and of course just relaxing on the beach

* hike the trails

See you at the next bend in the road,

Kelli