Hunting Island
Explore Nature at its Best
Hunting Island, just 10 minutes from Fripp, offers a day of exploring and is one of South Carolina's most popular state parks. With 5 miles of beaches, a salt water lagoon and thousands of acres of marsh and maritime forest, you'll enjoy all that nature has to offer. The island is also home to the only publicly accessible lighthouse in the state. Hunting Island Lighthouse is a must see on your visit, offering beautiful views of the barrier island and surrounding seascape. And don't miss a visit to the Nature Center. You'll find live animals and exhibits as well as special programs throughout the year. Check out Local Fun for more off-island adventures while enjoying your Fripp Island Vacation.
Took the kiddos out to their fave place #huntingislandstatepark they now offer guided horse rides which was cool to see but Maggie did not approve 🤣 she’s also become very protective of lobo out in public …love this journey for her lol I told Tia gigi that we need to get some hoops for Maggie so people know she means business 🤷🏻♀️ #corgi #corgisofinstagram #corgicommunity #corgilife #corgnation
Day One of Vacation - Hunting Island State Park 🏝
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Happy National Pet day!! Otis at the boneyard huntingislandstatepark #nationalpetday #huntingislandstatepark #scstateparks #greatoutdoors #beachvibes #adoptdontshop #livelaughlove
Totally worth the drive to get to catch up with this one! It’s always a blast and didn’t disappoint! 🌴❤️☀️
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Part 2 of Julia’s senior session. I love adding a variety of looks to a senior session! #classof2024 #seniorphotos #seniorphotographer #seniorphotography #seniorphotoshoot #huntingislandstatepark #huntingisland #beaufortsc #beachphotoshoot #southcarolinaphotographer #upstatescphotographer #seniorgirl #nikon #nikond750 #nikonusa #smalpresets #scrl #downtownbeaufort #scrlapp scrlgallery #scrlgallery #seniorstyleguide #seniorrep #seniorrepprogram
Beaches should be wilderness too.
Boneyard Beach, Hunting Island SC
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Boneyard Tree...
One of the many "boneyard" trees on Little Hunting Island, South Carolina.
Cheers!
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Quick weekend camping trip to Hunting Island State Park in South Carolina.
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Yellow-bellied Slider from Hunting Island South Carolina #turtlesofinstagram #yellowbelliedslider #huntingisland #huntingislandstatepark #huntingislandsc #beaufortsc #coastalwildlife #wetlands #wetlandconservation #natureatitsbest #naturesartwork #naturesartistry #turtlephotography #turtlephoto #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #wildlifeaddicts #southcarolinawildlife #southcarolinawildlifemagazine #bestofthepalmettostate #wildlifeconservation #wetlandsphotography #nikond500 #nikon500pf
Hunting Island Lighthouse- #huntingislandsc #huntingislandlighthouse #palmettostate #southcarolina #beach #halide #halideapp #simple #lighthouses
‘Keep Off’
Canon ae-1 50mm f1.4
Portra 400 Pushed 1 Stop
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We went on a camping trip at Hunting Island State Park in SC. Lily was dialed in the WHOLE time!
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We finally did it, we are SC State Park Ultimate Outsiders. We visited all 47 state parks. #scstateparks #ultimateoutsider #huntingislandstatepark
4D Music on a Sunday, “it’s like I’m running in strawberry fields with You
Oh taste and see/Oh taste and see
Beautiful in all Your ways
Matchless in Your perfect peace
Open up my heart to taste
The wonders of Your endless grace” johnmarkpantana tomatovineproduce
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First camping trip in a while. Just off the beach at Hunting Island SP near Beaufort SC. Great sunrise, awesome ocean swimming weather and a great day catching fish on the pier. Meena caught two sharks. The hammerhead was too heavy to pull up.
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Download a trail map for Hunting Island.
NOTICE: As of February 2022, the Hunting Island Lighthouse is closed for repairs. The grounds will remain open but visitors cannot climb to the top.
Climb to the top (167 steps) of Hunting Island Lighthouse for fantastic views of the barrier island and surrounding waters of the Atlantic.
Make your reservation 24 hours in advance by calling 843-838-4868 during office hours - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon -Fri, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat - Sun. Reservations may be made the same day at the park, if space is available.
The lighthouse was closed for repairs in May 2003 when cracks were discovered in several of its cast-iron steps. In a renovation that spanned more than 18 months, construction crews not only repaired the cracks, but installed steel braces beneath them for reinforcement. Left unpainted, the silver-gray braces stand out in sharp contrast to the black cast-iron stairs. The contrast helps distinguish between the original structure and modern improvements, which protect the lighthouse’s historic integrity.
The original structure was built in 1859 and rebuilt in 1875 after it was destroyed during the Civil War. A unique feature of the lighthouse is that it was constructed of interchangeable cast-iron sections so it could be dismantled should it ever need to be moved. Severe beach erosion made it necessary to relocate the lighthouse 1.3 miles inland in 1889. (Source: South Carolina State Parks)
Head to the south end of Hunting Island for an amazing visit to Little Hunting Island Boneyard Beach. Decades of wave action and changing shoreline have creating a beautiful display of "driftwood" Live oak trees and palmettos are scattered on the beach; it's an amazing sight!
Access the beach from the Nature Center Scenic Trail, a .7 mile walk through the maritime forest. Be sure and bring your camera!
Explore and learn at the Hunting Island Nature Center. With programs and exhibits available year 'round (varies by season), this is a great way to see animals up close and learn more about the natural habitants found on the island. Call for current programs 843-838-7437.
Hike through Hunting Island and discover the amazing terrain and wildlife found on this beautiful barrier island.
Twelve Easy and Moderate trails offer varying sites and discoveries through the maritime forest, around lagoons and over the salt marsh. Among the island's wildlife, look for alligators and deer as well as owls, hawks, egrets and other wading birds. Don't forget your camera!
Fishing
Enjoy a great day of fishing in Johnson Creek, the lagoon or surf fishing. You will also find great fishing from the newly refurbished pier at the south end of Hunting Island. (Pets are not allowed on the pier.)
Look for redfish, trout and flounder!
Bring your own gear or find bait and fishing equipment at the park store, which is located in the camp ground. This park also participates in the Tackle Loaner Program. Sponsored by the SC Dept. of Natural Resources, rods and reels are available for loan at the Nature Center. Learn more.
A valid SC Saltwater fishing license is required to fish anywhere on the park except at the fishing pier. Hunting Island has purchased a commercial license that covers all pier users.
