Hunting Island

Hunting Island State Park

Coast

• Fishing Information: Guest enjoy fishing in Johnson Creek, the lagoon or surf fishing on the beach. Bait, equipment and other supplies can be purchased at the park store located in the campground.
  
  
• Fishing Pier: The fishing pier, located at the southern tip of the park, extends 950’ feet into Fripp Inlet. Pets are not allowed on the fishing pier.
  
  
• Tackle Loaner Program: This park participates in the Tackle Loaner Program sponsored by the SC Dept. of Natural Resources. Rods and reels are available for loan at the Nature Center. The Nature Center loans out rods and reels from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. during days of operation for use on the pier. Limit of four rods per group.
  
  
• Fishing: Yes
• Saltwater Fishing: Yes

• Boating and Boat Access: Public boat access is available at the south end of the park where a boat ramp provides access to Harbor River and Fripp Inlet.
  
  
• Boating: Yes
• Paddling: Yes
• Boat Ramp: Yes

• Wireless Internet Access: Complimentary wifi is available at the park visitor center, lighthouse shop and the park store located in the campground. It is also available across the entire campground.
  
  
• Playground Equipment: Yes
• Park Store/Gift Shop: The park store located in the campground is open year-round and offers limited grocery items, souvenirs, snacks and drinks. The Lighthouse Gift Shop located on the North Beach across from the lighthouse is open during peak season and offers snacks, gifts and souvenirs.
  
  
• Picnic Shelters: Yes
• Playground: A playground, for use specifically by campers, is located in the campground.
  
  
• Swimming: Swimming is permitted in the Atlantic Ocean at your own risk. There is no designated swimming area and no lifeguards are on duty.
  
  
• Bird Watching: The park is an ideal spot for birdwatching year round.
  
  
• Geocaching: Geocaching is permitted. Several geocaches are located on the park. For more information visit the official geocaching website.
  
  
• Biking: Yes
• Birding: Yes

• Equestrian Trails: Beach access is available at South Beach beginning December 1st through the last day of February. There is a $60 permit for each horse that enters the park. The permit is only for the horse. The daily admission still applies. Horses are not allowed in the park overnight. Riders must have current Negative Coggins is required to obtain a season permit. Commercial permits are required for those businesses conducting riding experiences on the beach. Commercial use will still need to pay admission and horse permits for the season. Please contact the Park Office for more information.

• Hiking Trails: The Island Bike/Hike trail is 8 miles long and is open to both hiking and biking.
  
  
• Walking/Nature Trails: The park walking/nature trails provide visitors an opportunity to experience the island’s natural environment. The three trails are: Campground Access trail (1 mile), Lighthouse Trail (0.3 mile) and the Marsh Boardwalk NRT (0.4 mile).
  
  
• Biking Trails: The Island Bike/Hike trail is 8 miles long and is open to both hiking and biking.
  
  
• Hiking: Yes