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    Angel Oak

    4.4 (458 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Samantha P.

    A must-see if you're spending the day on John's Island. Pictures don't do this beautiful tree justice. Lowcountry Land Trust bought 40+ acres around the angel oak and will be making it until a preserve, and I'm so excited to come back then. I hope they incorporate more educational opportunities, fix the road, and add native plant around the trails.

    Amanda R.

    Took a drive to go see this historic tree and I was not disappointed. It was absolutely stunning. You are able to park right outside of the gates and enter entry is free. There are restrooms available on site with a gift shop. Picnic tables are available as well as an area you are able to bring your dog in. There is also a guard on site. I thought it was very cool reading about the baby angel oak tree.

    Amber N.

    The tree is beautiful in person and well worth the visit. It was easy to find and free to visit, but they do have business hours as the last entrance is 4:30 or 4:45 PM. The park does have a fence at the entrance, but the tree is not closed off. I appreciate that you are allowed to touch the tree and walk around it to fully appreciate its beauty. They have plenty of signage reminding people to be gentle and also what things are not allowed.

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    Christian S.

    Went here today and really enjoyed seeing the tree and talking nice pictures. It's a must if you are in the area. Please come early if you do want to avoid the crowds.

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    Sanjay G.

    Paying a visit to Angel Oak on Johns Island is well worth the pretty 30-minute drive from downtown. It is one of Charleston's most photographed icons on Johns Island: the Angel Oak. Known as one of the most beautiful trees in the world, Angel Oak is another Charleston treasure. It is between 400 and 500 years old, making it one of the oldest living trees east of the Mississippi, and its canopy shades more than 20,000 square feet. The gorgeous tree is 65 feet high, with a circumference of 25.5 feet. Pose next to its long limbs. Angel Oak is only a 30-minute drive from the city, and the surrounding park offers free admission

    Michael M.

    Not really sure what to say about this. It's a tree. It's a really big tree, and it's impressive as heck, but they tell you that the inside is mostly dead and rotted out, and the large limbs have posts in the ground holding them up so their own weight doesn't break them off. There's a gift shop that sells lots of pictures and postcards of the tree, but the wooden cutting boards and walking sticks here are not from the tree itself, but it seems like that would make more money? They built a park around it so you can go look at it if you want...

    Angela D.

    It's amazing how huge this tree is. There's not much to see/do other than the tree so you may spend more time finding parking. It would have been nice to see a little more history or story about the tree. Also, it's hard to believe they don't ask for a $5 donation to enter because I would gladly pay to protect this historic tree: free entry with donations welcome but I didn't see anywhere to donate. The gift shop was pretty pricy and the staff was VERY rude: yelling at people that pictures were not allowed and such. Relax lady, I was just snapping a shot of your inspiring collection of overpriced mugs and keychains. Didn't realize taking a picture of a Charleston dish towel was an act of copyright infringement. Maybe next time I'll just draw a sketch--wouldn't want to steal the trade secrets of your ceramic tree figurines. But I digress the tree IS worth seeing and is very impressive.

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    PJ M.

    My wife and I visited here on a trip to South Carolina. It was a little drive and took some navigating to get there but well worth the trip. You have to walk a little ways back to it but it wasn't a bad walk. The Angel Oak is a massive Southern live oak (Quercus virginiana) on Johns Island, and is one of the oldest and largest of its kind east of the Mississippi. Estimated to be 400-500 years old (though some claim up to 1,500 years), it stands 65-66.5 feet tall, with a trunk circumference of 25.5-28 feet and a canopy covering 17,000-20,000 square feet. Its largest branch spans 187 feet. The tree, named after the estate of Justus and Martha Waight Angel, is a focal point of Angel Oak Park, owned by the City of Charleston since 1991. Was very cool.

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    Sean F.

    It's hard to put into words how large and unique this tree is. The minute you walk up to it, you're amazed by its girth and spread. Once you take it all in, there's also a spiritual presence that encompasses you. The trees rich history and sacrid stories are also very interesting. I take everyone that visits me from out of town to see the Angel Oak. And so far, they have all been in awe. Lastly, there's also a surprisingly good gift shop.

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    Alicia H.

    Wow this 300 year old oak tree is absolutely amazing! Free entry & parking, although donations are appreciated. Respect the tree and enjoy it from a distance- it's truly amazing to see in person! (P.s. there is handicapped parking right inside the gate if needed)

    Kevin G.

    As a native Chuck-town I always stop by the AO to spend a moment in thought when I come back to visit. This is a great place to reflect on yesterday, today and tomorrow. This trip was especially memorable because I was able to bring my grandson and nephew t only tell him about the AO, but also our Gullah story.

    Abel R.

    If you love nature, this is a must visit spot. The tree is estimated to be 400-500 years old and is truly a majestic sight. This historic landmark features a massive old oak tree with sprawling branches that seem to reach in every direction. Best of all, it's completely free to visit. However, I did experience some itching after being near the tree. After doing a bit of research, I found out it could be caused by things like poison ivy, oak allergies, or even oak itch mites. Something to keep in mind if you have sensitive skin. There are signs posted all around the tree explaining what not to do. Such as sitting on or hanging from the branches, as they could break. Unfortunately, despite the clear signage, some visitors still needed reminders. Overall, it's a beautiful and memorable experience, but be respectful of the tree and take necessary precautions.

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    Kris S.

    A nice park with a unique 400 year old tree. It is amazing to see. There are picnic tables. It took us about 20 minutes to see all we wanted. We are glad we saw it!

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    Ask the Community - Angel Oak

    Are there parking spots/Is there a parking area available?

    Yes, there are about 15 parking spots and about 4 for compact card. Everytime I have been there, there were 2 trucks or large vehicles taking up the 4 compact car spots.

    Is the time 9-5 still the case? Reviews sound like access at anytime?

    Not open anytime, unless you want to view from outside the fence. 9 to 5 sounds about right.

    Are dogs allowed?

    YES, dogs are allowed in certain areas...just not around the tree. We brought a very energetic 6 month lab pup and as long as we kept him from the tree, no problem!

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    This is a beautiful nature preserve with several miles of trails through gorgeous woods and a…read morecypress swamp. We've found so many different birds here, including prothonotary warblers, northern parulas, hairy woodpeckers, and more. There is a boardwalk over a pond where wood storks nest - it's off limits a few months a year. It's a peaceful and quiet place to hike. I wish there were bathrooms though.

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    This is a beautiful county park with walking trails, a dog park, and horseback riding trails…read more Recently they put in a full 18 hole disc golf course and it is amazing! Check out this peaceful, lovely park.

    Had the most wickedly delightful time doing archery today. Johns Island County Park host intro…read moreclasses, family archery, and senior sessions. The program leaders were stellar as well with their teaching, guidance, and humor. They provide the materials, so no need to BYOB (bring your own bow) but after today I'm considering to get one haha and seeking out more archery opportunities! As soon as you get there, they go over the safety rules and how to hold your bow with methods on pulling back and aiming. I felt such strength to pull the bow using my back muscles, to see the arrow shoot so fast. I loved the power of the release and hearing the sound of arrow pierce the target. There's several targets with each one set according to yardage so you can either start ambitiously or work your way up. The instructors also gave us some balloons to work with to try to aim for, that was entertaining. For safety purposes they command when to retrieve arrows, and while aiming we are to remain behind the concrete lines to ensure safety. For only $20 to unleash your inner Katniss Everdeen, it's worth it! My only complaint was I wish the course lasted longer!! The park also has a 3D archery range to which you practice on fake animals. 10/10 would recommend!

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    4.8(46 reviews)
    8.0 mi

    This is my favorite county park! It's quiet and peaceful for nature hikes. Every time I visit I see…read moresomething amazing. Today it was Swallow-tail Kites soaring overhead. A walk through the cypress swamp let me discover a beautiful yellow Prothonotary Warbler. The staff is so knowledgeable here and super welcoming! This is a must see if you're visiting Charleston.

    Great outdoor nature excursion for just a $2 per person entry fee. Multiple trails to walk and…read moreenjoy nature, see wildlife and get some exercise. You could easily spend an entire day here and walk several miles without covering the same area twice. They have over 11,000 acres of swamp/marsh, grassland and wooded areas. Bring your camera for some beautiful nature shots. They have a few benches around the park for you to rest/relax. A portion of the nature area used to be a rice plantation. The visitors center adjacent to the parking lot provides a little history for those interested, and has a few items for sale. Bathrooms are available. Pets and bikes are prohibited. Bring bug spray! During our visit we saw several alligators, lizards, squirrels, baby toads, turtles, one small snake, a marsh rat/mouse (who wasn't remotely scared of us), and of course many birds. Be aware you can encounter alligators on the trails and low boardwalks, and there's nothing separating you from them; a very friendly nature center employee said they never have incidents, but the risk is higher in the Spring when males are vying for females. And if you see very young baby gators, remember mom may be nearby.

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