I notice I'm the only recent review on here that's not at least a year ago or way longer. It…read moreapparently is not what it used to be! What a disappointing experience. My husband & I planned an anniversary trip to Beaufort and stayed at the Best Western across from the park because we thought it would be lovely to walk by the water at night. After dinner, we walked down to the park and were very surprised by a tall, chain link fence in front of the entire walkway saying no one was permitted! Not to mention the homeless people all over the benches in the very poorly lit area. To add to it, there is a lot of road work being done on many of the streets here and there are large fences also blocking entire roads off. And the smell of trash is strong while walking around the area. Like so many small towns that used to be nice, looks like politicians have ruined this one too.

Beautiful fun place to hang out. After a yummy meal take a…read morewalk here-- grab an ice cream or chocolates and swing on the swings there, watch the boats go back and forth, bring a picnic and spread out on the grass, there is music, and events - watch the bridge wing or open when a big boat comes through -

A great playground for the locals and for those who are staying in the area on vacation. Live Oaks…read morePark is surrounded by fences, which I absolutely appreciate. It's great to know that people can't approach from just any angle and it's certainly a calming influence to know that your little ones can't simply wander into the road. Open during non-school hours because it is part of the Port Royal Elementary School during school hours, there are a couple of seats for the grown ups and playground equipment for the little ones. There is also a group of picnic shelters and a fire pit at one end. [Review 19487 overall - 1059 in South Carolina - 457 of 2023.]

I love this park! Whenever I visit Beaufort, which is several times a year, my grandkids and I…read morealways spend some time here. It is always clean and the equipment in good working order. There are plenty of benches, there's a water fountain and the equipment is spaced out, allowing room to run.

This is one of the nicest parks I have seen. It is very clean with lots of toys for young and older…read morechildren. They have three different play areas. One for younger children and one for older children with toys appropriate for their age. It is fenced in with a few openings to walk in and out . I appreciate the fence to keep little ones contained . Mom play dates also happen there which is wonderful because they have benches and shade.

This is an extensive paved bike and walking trail which runs around ten miles (as of this writing)…read more More development is planned as part of the larger East Coast Greenway network. This segment of trail has several parking areas, some with water, apparently one with bathrooms that I didn't make it to because I didn't have the time or energy for all ten miles on a hot day. It is built on an abandoned railroad right of way and despite running close to many of the larger roads in the area, has enough trees that it feels like green space unless you are actually crossing a road, which happens occasionally. There are some bridges over splendid estuarine habitat, and there's no reason not to check out the trail if you have time.

From a wildlife photographer's standpoint, Hunting Island State Park is one of the most…read morecomposition-rich coastal environments on the East Coast. The boneyard beach is the anchor. The driftwood structures aren't just visually interesting--they create natural leading lines, foreground framing, and layered depth that elevate otherwise standard coastal shots. At sunrise, when you get low-angle light cutting across the textures, it turns into a high-yield shooting window. This is where you can separate your work from typical "flat beach" imagery. The wildlife density is solid and consistent. Wading birds--egrets, herons, ibis--are active along the marsh edges and tidal pools, especially during falling tide. You can realistically work behavior (feeding, flight, interaction) rather than just static portraits. The maritime forest adds another layer with deer that are relatively tolerant of quiet movement, giving you opportunities for cleaner environmental compositions instead of tight, compressed shots. Lighting conditions are a major advantage. You've got: * Sunrise over the Atlantic clean directional light for beach/driftwood work * Golden hour in the marsh warm side light with reflective water surfaces * Fog/mist mornings soft, diffused conditions that simplify backgrounds From a technical standpoint, longer glass (600mm + extender like you run) is ideal for bird work, but you'll want something in the 24-105 range as well--the environment here is strong enough to justify wider compositions, especially when you can integrate wildlife into the scene. Accessibility is another win. You don't have to hike miles to get into productive zones, which means more time shooting and less time moving gear. That matters when you're trying to maximize short light windows. Bottom line: this is a portfolio-building location, not just a casual stop. If you time tides and light correctly, you can walk away with both strong wildlife captures and high-end environmental compositions in a single session.

It is beautiful! The maritime forest drive, the lagoon with pelicans, the boneyard beach and the…read morelighthouse!!

This park is an awesome adventure for all ages! It includes water features and walking/running…read moretrails with exercise stops, educational/historic stops, playground equipment, picnic tables, outdoor pavilions and concert/fun event venue and more!

We rode bikes here and the kids loved the park. It was a little hard to keep an eye on them, but…read morethe huge pirate ship was really cool. We came back for the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra performance and didn't ride because it was cold and we needed to bring chairs. The performance was great, but the back gate to S. Forest was locked and it took over an HOUR to leave the parking lot. This was a safety hazard because of all the near accidents and inability to move.

On our way back to Savannah after Hilton head we stopped here. Magical is the only word I can think…read moreof., The entire town btw is adorable but this park was just the best. I walked around taking photos as my son swung on the swing hanging from a tree. It was just perfect before heading over the border to Georgia. Made me really love SC and want to come explore more of the state eventually.

This is a beautiful park area right alongside the inlet in Bluffton. This is the historic part of…read morethe town and has beautiful buildings and other characteristics feature including tall mature trees with Spanish moss and lots of manicured gardens with wonderful plants and flowers right alongside the ocean inlet here in historic Bluffton, South Carolina.

This pocket park is not far from the Port Royal Boardwalk and is along London Avenue north on the…read morepeninsula. There are a few benches here that face the star of the park - the traveling buoy. There is a plaque mounted that tells the story of it breaking its mooring here in Port Royal and traveling 6000 miles to Scotland, only to be returned several years later. It's now on display and permanently lit in tribute to fallen police officers in the United States. Stop by and check it out. [Review 19486 overall - 1058 in South Carolina - 456 of 2023.]

A brief visit here, hoping to catch the bridge opening but it was not to be. Instead, a seat on the…read morebench to watch the waterway for a bit. There is another park on the other side, but it has a playground and kids. I did not feel up to that today. The park also has a historical marker and you know how I love historical markers, even ones from the Confederacy. This one reads, "Known for acts of bravery and outstanding leadership in the defense of Beaufort. This Memorial is erected by the Stephen Elliot Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy opposite the home in which this chapter was organized." The marker was erected in 1968 by Stephen Elliott United Daughters of the Confederacy. The home is nearby. [Review 19479 overall - 1051 in South Carolina - 449 of 2023.]

I really liked being able to visit the Stephen Elliott Park / Cannon Park in Beaufort. It is very…read morepeaceful and has great views of the water and the bridge. There is a nice fountain and cannons in the park and places to sit down and enjoy a nice quiet moment. You can feel all of the history and all of the years and centuries around you everywhere. I enjoyed being able to come here and enjoy the best of what Beaufort has to offer in a calm and relaxed manner. I recommend this park for a quick visit.