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Colonial Lake Park

4.7 (11 reviews)

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John B.

This is a lake which is south of the medical complex. The park is a ring around it with a few benches. There is not a lot of shade, so given the heat of the Charlestonian summer it's not a place you'd necessarily want to stay at, simply pass and view. The area is also notable as being around where the street parking tends to open up and the hour limit is longer, and it's not a terrible walk to the busier main stretch.

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Scotty C.

A beautiful park right in the middle of the city. There isn't much to it aside from a big walking path around the lake but it's a very relaxing spot. There's benches all around to take a break or enjoy the view I've really enjoyed just walking laps around the park to kill some time and be outdoors.

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Emma P.

What a breath of fresh air at colonial lake! I probably walk colonial lake every week day. It's the perfect loop, do 1 or 3 you can't go wrong. They have 2 water stations for dogs or if you just need water. Plenty of benches to rest or just soak up the sun! You will find people biking roller blading, or just basking in the sun on the greener/ studying! Never too crowded! But plenty of space for everyone. The jasper is right next to it which has alcove market which is refreshing after a long walk and then the courts and playground, can't go wrong with a walk here. You can find parking on side streets Rutledge or ashley. It's simple yet so spectacular. Must try if in the area.

Mark L.

Colonial Lake Park went through a massive facelift just a few years ago and it is beautiful. There are a few things to know 1. If you are a runner or walker, the entire walk around the last us only 1/2 mile 2. The new Jasper will continue to have noise pollution until the project is done. 3. The natural and diverse range of flowers give off an amazing aroma, but if you have allergies be careful 4. It is a quiet place to also read or lay out right in the heart of the city. 5. You are minutes by foot from some great food including Queen Street Grocery and Fast and French. If you want a quiet and healthy escape in downtown Charleston, this is your place

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“It's so pretty, surrounded by historic homes on the Broad, Ashley, Beaufain & Rutledge Streets.”

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4.8(67 reviews)
0.7 mi•South of Broad

This is a known park in Charleston, as there is a lot of history in the place. It's also a local…read morepark for the locals who live in the area. I will make a note that there are lots of birds and they are not afraid of dropping ppoop from above. My cousin was a representative of that, as well as someone else we saw in the park. There are lots of statues with history in them as well. On a hot day, the sea breeze feels great, and in the winter, it can make it much cooler. There are lots of homes that look out to the park and give it a vibe that is out of a movie. There are sidewalks and ramps in the area, but sometimes there are a situation of off-road driving is needed. As not all of this is ADA-compliant. We got to see some cannons as well as the place where they were fired from. You can see lots of dogs and its leash free park, so you might have a four legged from come say hi. There are still rules about how they have to be friendly, and that you still have to have control over your pet. There was a gazebo in the middle that was a great place to take a break without fear of bird poop falling from the sky. Overall, it was a great park to visit while getting some history.

The battery is a nice walkway around the Charleston harbor area. The entire walking path is about…read more2.5 miles of sidewalk. It takes you from a coast guard sector and ends close to rainbow row. It also wraps around white point garden. There are so many sights, it's very pleasant, and the whole thing is along the water. My husband went multiple times on our trip to get our morning jogs in. I highly recommend it as a sunset walk as well.

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Really nice campground in the middle of the city (almost) if you are visiting Chas is just a short…read moredrive to downtown Chas. Also a short drive to McLeod Plantation. Full hoockups in all sites. The Park gets busy during the Holidays for the lights display and it is the added bonus to be able to walk around and see the art

Fun fact - James Island County Park is home to the only lead climbing wall in Charleston. And an…read moreeven cooler fun fact - that climbing wall is completely outdoors! My husband and I have recently gotten into rock climbing, and we decided to bring our gear along with us on a trip to Charleston. We did some research, and found this hidden gem of a spot, located inside the Outdoor Zone of the beautiful James Island County Park. A climbing pass will run you $15, and it's an extra $8 if you need shoes and a harness. Online reservations are recommended, but you can walk-up as well. Note that you also have to pay a fee of $2 a person to get into the park itself. Our group of four was scheduled for a 5-7 PM climb on a Thursday, and we practically had the space to ourselves, except for the on-site climbing team. Lucas was helpful, and gave us a quick walk-thru of the space and their on-site rules. They use the figure-eight knot rather than carabiners for their belay routes, but they have several auto-belays of varying difficulties! When you get to the top of the main wall, it's a surreal experience. You are literally the same height as the trees! I'd happily return the next time I'm in the area, and highly recommend the James Island climbing wall to anyone who's looking for something fun and active to do outdoors!

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