Named for the Continental Army officer who commanded the revolutionary war soldiers in 1776, they took up positions on the shore of Breach Inlet to prevent British troops from crossing the Breach to attack Fort Sullivan (later Fort Moultrie) from behind. Gunners at the Fort prevented a Royal Navy fleet from entering Charleston Harbor. See https://sullivansisland.sc.gov/community-connections/carolina-day.
The park is on the Sullivan's Island side of the bridge, opposite Isle of Palms. It is small with minimal parking. If you're lucky and get here early enough or your timing is right, you might be able to get one of the half-dozen spaces. I was here for a few hours - working from the van and looking out at the waves and listening to the crashing surf while taking some Zoom calls.
During a break in the calls, I took the time to walk onto the beach and even got my feet wet in the Atlantic Ocean. Swimming is not allowed in this area due to the incredibly strong currents and undertow. There are several captions pointing out the history of the battle.
It's beautiful. One more star if they had more parking.
[Review 19450 overall - 1024 in South Carolina - 420 of 2023.] read more