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HOURS

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds only.

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ADMISSION

Free admission.

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PETS

Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet.

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Park Manager

Jay Reese

Park Manager

Welcome!  My name is Jay Reese, and I am the park manager at May Forest State Park.  As a kid growing up camping, fishing, exploring, hiking and learning to play golf in state parks, I was always SO excited to see a park ranger! When I was around 8 or 9 years-old, I received my Junior Forest Ranger hat and badge. I wore them all the time. Now I can proudly say, my Junior Forest Ranger hat and badge has been replaced with a South Carolina State Park hat and badge. My Junior Forest Ranger badge still sits on my desk reminding me of the amazing experiences I had as a kid and the lasting memories I am part of today!

One of my favorite spots at May Forest is sitting on the swing that sits on the bluff overlooking the Charleston Harbor.  If you're a first-time visitor to the park, I would encourage you to take some time to experience the stunning view of the Charleston Harbor. 


BY THE NUMBERS

23 acres of serene lowcountry beauty

756 feet of Charleston Harbor shoreline

1 drive into the park with moss-draped trees

1 screened gazebo on the water’s edge

1 quaint chapel with stained glass windows dating back to the 1890s

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