Visiting from OHio... We were both SO IMPRESSED with the whole area…read more First,it was incredibly inexpensive: the park fee was nothing; the boat tour was too; everything was so clean! The boat tour was the highlight. Relaxing and informative not to mention scenic. So much to see. It is obviously off season but fun nonetheless . They whole park was so nice and everyone was unbelievable friendly. First impressions are literally everything!

Cypress Gardens is a nice park built around a swamp but that is about it…read more One person at the booth collecting the fees and one person running the boat rental, the rest is on your own. Butterfly display had only a few butterflies despite the heated environment in early February Swamparium had a good number of reptiles, not all local and after seeing this we had no desire to get a paddle boat to ride around the swamp in what must be 45 degree water full of algae A couple of alligators and a couple of beautiful peacocks in separate enclosures without any legends to describe their age or anything else due to their limited budget i would think

This was such a great spot for a field trip. The adaptive equipment was great for individuals in…read morewheelchairs. There was a diverse selection of slides and swings. A splash pad area was in use, very cool for a hot day. There was plenty of parking available. A shaded area with picnic tables and benches all throughout the park. Restroom facilities available on site as well.

This was such a great park to visit! Was looking for somewhere toto get in my morning walk and…read morestumbled upon this gem. Lots to do for your family. There are tennis , basketball , volleyball and pickle ball courts. The walking trail is nice. Plenty for children in the dedicated play area. They also have ping pong tables and plenty of seating around the park.

Great zip line and a lake to fish at if interested. 2 playgrounds and splash pad. They got a couple…read moreof spots to sit and do birthday party's no bbq pits tho.

Really nice park to take kids, dogs, and go for walks near the Ashley river and the ponds they…read morehave there. $2 pp entry fee. We usually spend much of our time at the playgrounds (they have one for toddlers and one for older kids, a zip line, and a splash pad). Also taking a walk around the area is a perfect way to spend your time! Restrooms are also always tidy.

Wannamaker County Park is one of our favorite outdoor spots in the area--especially if you're…read morevisiting with a dog. The park is very pet-friendly, with wide trails, open spaces, and plenty of room to walk, sniff, and explore. We love coming here in the winter months because it's much less crowded, which makes it perfect for letting our dog, Luna, really enjoy herself without a lot of distractions. She gets to explore at her own pace, and we get a peaceful, relaxing walk. Another nice bonus is the cost--it's only $2 per person to enter, which is very reasonable for how much space and how well-maintained the park is. We have the Charleston County Park Pass, so we don't pay anything to get in, making it an easy go-to spot for regular visits. The trails are well-kept, there's a great mix of wooded areas and open space, and it never feels overly busy during the cooler seasons. Highly recommend if you're looking for a quiet, dog-friendly park, especially in the fall and winter when the crowds thin out.

I absolutely love this park! One of my favorite walking trials in the area. A $2 entry fee, well…read moreworth it. Accessible restrooms throughout the park. A dog park which I can't wait to bring my dog here once summer hits. The grounds are maintained very well and marked visible so it is easy to navigate your way around.

I'm not sure what impressed me the most of the many parts of this public (no fee) park…read more An older gentlemanly fellow was tending to the shrubs within the Butterfly Gardens outdoor area. I couldn't help but stand and watch how well he worked, careful footing, tiny pruning sheets, totalky enveloped in his toil. I bumped into a volunteer who told me a bit about the lake behind the main building, the picnic area, the baseball fields --- a sweetheart of a lady, and so generous with her time. I loved the tall pine trees and the pine straw bed they laid down around the picnic table area. We sat breathing in the sweetest air, observing peace -- absorbing tranquility, this is a wonderfully calming place.

Love this park. Pretty nice indoor basketball court, outdoor baseball fields, benches, some algae…read morefilled ponds, free parking. Beautiful place to spend a couple hours or workout. Weird indoor basketball schedule with leagues that use facilities.

A very well thought out park design! Very large playground area with a variety of playground…read moreequipment, including swings, tire, swing, sand area, slides, monkey bars, etc. I can imagine it would be hard to keep up with your child(ren) if there are multiple other children running around, but they would have a blast. They have a little scavenger hunt for shapes throughout the playground on as well.

Gahagan Park has quickly become one of my favorite places to walk. Since the beginning of the…read moreCoronavirus, I've been staying with my boyfriend in Lincolnville. I have been trying to go on a walk every day. Most days, I just walk around his neighborhood. However, I was excited when I heard the parks reopened. I made a venture to Gahagan Park the first time almost on accident. I needed somewhere to go to get signal, as I don't get good phone service in Lincolnville. So I went to Gahagan Park for the phone signal, but after my virtual appointment, I decided to walk around this park. I found a track wrapping around a football field. I headed towards this because I assumed this would be the best place for walking. I passed a few baseball fields on my way. When I got to the track and started to walk around, I noticed that part of the track veers off. I followed this path to see where it lead. It went by some more baseball fields. It also lead to some public bathrooms and a picnic area. At the end of this walking trail, there is a graveyard. It is fenced in, and I couldn't get in. This is the point where I turn around, as the park ends and the walking path turns into a road. I like coming to Gahagan Park for my daily walks. I have a friend who plays ultimate frisbee here! This is a cool, fun, and relatively safe place to hang out. I definitely recommend checking it out!

This park has been completely renovated and it is amazing! It is accessible for children with…read morespecial needs- from the swings, to the zip line and more. It is still gated and I only had to go by and close the gate once so, for the most part, people are doing a good job of keeping that secure. I loved all the musical instruments and the four hidden animals on the playground equipment (squirrel, owl, butterfly and frog). This park also has bathrooms which is a huge plus with kids.

My grandson was going through an issue with his health that MUSC nor the children's hospital in…read moreOrlando could diagnose. He was not even walking at one point and didn't seem to be capable of using his right arm. He cradled and protected the arm from everything. Soon after, I visited Summerville and discovered Saul's Park. My daughter in law and I took the children to Saul's Park and "bam!", before we knew it he was using his right arm, climbing, swinging and playing the steel drums on the decorative, bright colored "flowers"! An enjoyable experience for us all!!! We will be back, for sure!

Beautiful spot. Parking is a little bit lacking, but that's OK. Nice for a little stroll. I do wish…read morethey wouldn't have changed the bridges and taken away the character now they're kind of just extremely ugly, but this is definitely a place to stop by and see the beauty.

This is a beautiful & peaceful urban park literally a moment's drive from historic downtown…read moreSummerville. There are lots of different paths, diverse landscaping, and even a babbling brook below one of the pedestrian bridges. There are also a couple of tennis courts.

Simple park with a loading dock free to the public. The Goose Creek reservoir houses some wildlife…read moreas seen with my attached image so it was pleasant to observe that. There a handful of softball, soccer, baseball fields but reserved for those in leagues or teams. However, there were some netted batting "cages" where folks can practice their swing. The walking path leads to the Hanahan amphitheater. A playground is tucked near the forest area so that's an option for the kiddos.

This is an excellent place to drop a boat or a kayak in. The only thing is it typically gets kind…read moreof busy around here in the spring and summertime. It's a really beautiful lake with surrounding creeks that drain into it, which also drains into the Cooper river. There are river otters that I've seen, as well as plentiful and large gators. There's also really good fishing as well as birding here in this little piece of paradise

I've been here numerous times for concerts, shows and events. Period. Parking is normally really…read moreeasy to find and it is plentiful. It overlooks the beautiful goose Creek reservoir.

Hanahan Amphitheater is a wonderful venue for Hanahan located behind the ball fields of the…read morerecreation department. This space hosts all sorts of events from arts & craft fairs to screen on the greens to concerts to other community activities. The amphitheater itself is a nice area with plenty of seating and stage for performances, speeches, etc. Surrounding the amphitheater bowl is more green space, lots for vendors, a snack bar, rest area, and a community center building. We attended a wonderful salute to veterans here for Veterans Day that included speakers, bands, choirs, face painting, various vendors, and food trucks. They even had a mini-fair for the little ones. My daughter had a fantastic time on the rides.