Hunting Island

PARK ADVISORY

The Nature Center parking lot and the trail to Little Hunting Island will be closed on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, until 2:00 p.m. Join us for our Grand Reopening of the Nature Center!

Due to safety concerns, the Hunting Island lighthouse is currently closed to tours, until repairs can be made. The lighthouse can still be viewed from the grounds and docents will be on hand to interpret and give more information about the lighthouse. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Join us on a tour of St. Phillips Island! Click here for details!

HOURS

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

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

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Camping

Camping at Hunting Island State Park? Book a St. Phillips Island Tour or a Dolphin Watching Tour!

While tent campers may use standard campsites, a designated walk-in tent camping area is available that includes tent pads, fire rings, picnic tables, no power and centralized water. A vehicle parking lot is also provided. All walk-in tent sites are a short walk away from the designated parking lot and a short walk away from the ocean. Each campground is convenient to restrooms with hot showers.

Tent camping rules and regulations:

Maximum of 2 vehicles permitted per site reservation, or 1 vehicle and 1 boat/trailer.
Maximum of 1 vehicle permitted to park at the tent site behind the signpost. Overflow parking spaces available
Maximum of 6 occupants or one family unit permitted.
Maximum of 2 tents are permitted per site. Tents are to be located on the tent pad or touching the pad peremiter.
Tent camping only. No Vans, RV's, or pop-up campers.
Hammocks permitted in suitable trees near the tent pad.
Generators are prohibited.
Unlawful to consume or display any beverage of alcoholic content.

Camping Information: Two campgrounds are located at the northern end of the park near the ocean. One of the campgrounds provides individual water and electrical hookups. Some sites accommodate RVs up to 40 ft.; others up to 28 ft.
Camping Reservations: To make a camping reservation or view current rates, call toll-free 1-866-345-PARK (7275) or visit our reservations page by clicking here. Rates vary by season and demand and are subject to change.

Reservations requested less than one (1) day in advance of check-in must be made directly through the park. For example: If today is Friday and you are making a reservation checking in on today, Friday, you must make the reservation by contacting the park directly.
Standard Sites with Elec. & Water: 102 sites
50 Amp Service Sites: 102 of the standard sites offer 20/30 & 50 amp electrical service.
Designated Tent Sites: 25 sites
Laundry Facilities: Yes
Dump Station: Yes
Primitive Group Area: A primitive group camping area is available for organized groups. (An organized group is defined as a group that holds regular meetings and has a lead officer or elected/appointed officials.) The area includes picnic tables, central water and nearby restroom.

Reservations are accepted. To make a primitive group camping reservation, contact the park directly at 843-838-2011. The nightly rate is $80 and includes up to ten campers. The rate increases by $8 for each additional person. Prices do not include tax. Each site can accommodate up to 30 people maximum.
Tent Camping: Yes
RV Camping: Yes

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.

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