Hunting Island

PARK ADVISORY

The Nature Center will be closed December 8th, 15th, 16th, 24th, and 25th.

The Hunting Island Lighthouse is currently closed for repairs, and construction is underway. On weekdays, equipment noise may impact this area of the park. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding as we work to restore this historic feature for public access and enjoyment!

We now have a track chair available for visitors with mobility impairments, thanks to the Ford Bronco Wild Fund. Visitors are encouraged to call the park to reserve the track chair at least 48 hours in advance to ensure availability. There is no additional charge to use the track chair, but a Park Passport or park admission is required for entry for all visitors. Read more about this new track chair, here.

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HOURS

Park Hours:
6 a.m. - 6 p.m., daily (extended to 9 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time)

Nature Center Hours:
9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily.

Campground Store Hours:
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., daily.

Lighthouse Store Hours:
9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri.-Mon.

OFFICE

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. M-F, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sa-Su

ADMISSION

$8/adult; $5/SC seniors; $4/ child age 6-15; Free for children 5 and younger

PETS

Pets are not allowed in the cabin or the cabin area, on the pier or inside the lighthouse complex. Dogs are not permitted on the tip of North Beach past the posted markers to protect critical shorebird habitat. Pets are allowed in most other outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife.

Wifi Available

EV Charging Station

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Hunting Island State Park

Coast

Area Info

For more information on things to see and do in the area:

SC Lowcountry & Resort Islands
Beaufort, SC
St. Phillips Island Tours - Coastal Expeditions
Dolphin Watching Cruises - Coastal Expeditions
Going Coastal - Information from SCDHEC - Includes Advisories, Water Quality, Tide Tables and More

Driving Directions:
From I-95: Take Hwy 21 E. toward Beaufort. Drive 42 mi. Hwy 21 ends at the park.
Ocean Front Location: Yes
Beach Location: Yes
Counties: Beaufort
Acreage: 5000
Miles to Nearest Hospital: 17
Miles to Nearest Town: 17
Miles to Nearest Grocery Store: 14

Florence, SC: 168
Savannah, GA: 56
Raleigh, NC: 317
Atlanta, GA: 282
Augusta, GA: 135
Charlotte, NC: 236
Charleston, SC: 85
Columbia, SC: 150
Greenville, SC: 236

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