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.
Thank you juliegarrison_photography for this absolutely stunning sunrise from@our neighbors to the South #huntingisland #sunrise #sunrisephotography #charlestondaily #huntingislandstatepark #southcarolinabeaches #southcarolinacoast #southernliving #beaufortsc #southcarolina #discoversc #exploresouthcarolina #charlestonsc #lowcountryphotographer #lowcountryphotography #coastalliving #coastalphotography #coastalviews #beachvibes #beachview #beachvibes🌴🌊 #sunrise_sunset_photogroup #sunriselover #sunrise_and_sunsets #sunriseoftheday #charleston #discoversouthcarolina #southerncharm #southernlifestyle #southernhome
Beaches should be wilderness too.
Boneyard Beach, Hunting Island SC
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If someone asks me if I want to start all over again, I will answer unequivocally - no..... I live every moment of my life in a colorful way... I am interested in every grain of sand
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🏖 We`re back at the beach. Been doing a little road trip to lesser known destinations. Not sharing a lot as we travel.
We`re enjoying being present in the moment and will catch up when we get home. I think I`ll do this from now on.
This is Hunting Island State Park in Beaufort, South Carolina. We love this charming, historical town.
The State Park had a number of restrictions. As you can see we have LOADS of space.
And about 10 dolphins were swimming about 100 meters away from us. 🐬🐬🐬🐬
So blissful to be at the beach having a decent summer, 90F+ and perfect water temps where you just walk in without flinching, but still refreshing!
🌞 What do you want to know about travel in these times??🌞
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A little yellow cupcake (officially known as a Pine Warbler) peeped at me from a Pine tree last October when we were exploring Hunting Island State Park in South Carolina. Nothing like a little bit of warbler sunshine to break up the winter blues. ☀️😎
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Sunset on Hunting Island.
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Everything is just beachy here in South Carolina. #huntingislandstatepark #southcarolina #beachwalk #folksblogen
High winds and lapping waves on Hunting Island give us a beach of sea foam. It almost feels like it could be where heaven and earth meet. 🩵🖤
Xoxo,
Kandi Blaze
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Little Blue, timeless beauty at Hunting Island State Park. Little Blue is gone but the memories live on. Here is another image in color the morning we arrived. Many of the downed trees acted as framing for many shots that morning.
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Want to liven up your Saturday itinerary? Head to Hunting Island State Park and embark on a tour of the beautiful St. Phillips Island via stphillipsislandferry & coastalexpeditions. This naturalist-led ferry tour is perfect for nature and wildlife lovers. Check out this wildlife moment captured by johnaay5 on St. Phillips Island! Visit the link in our bio to book a tour, openings are available beginning this weekend!
The path to serenity! 🌊✨Name one thing you ❤️ about any of our coastal/beach state parks! #CommentBelow
📸: kimmicase 📍Myrtle Beach State Park
Lost Paradise 🏝️
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New Year’s Day 2019. Just a girl and her dog spending the day at the beach. #huntingislandstatepark #beaufortsc #miniatureschnauzer #dogsofinstagram #dogsarethebest #lowcountrylife
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)
Hunting Island Lighthouse, Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, USA. 🇺🇸
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Hunting Island Lighthouse, Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, USA. 🇺🇸
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Hunting Island, SC! Beautiful natural beach and tons of crabs out for the full moon and king tide! IG shrinks some of these unfortunately… the full-size are on my FB…but hope you enjoy!
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Hunting Island, SC! Beautiful natural beach and tons of crabs out for the full moon and king tide! IG shrinks some of these unfortunately… the full-size are on my FB…but hope you enjoy!
#byrdonthewall #huntingislandsc #huntingislandstatepark #huntingislandlighthouse #huntingislandbeach #naturalbeachesofsouthcarolina #seaislandsofsc #seaislands #crabsonHuntingIsland #lowcountrylife #huntingislandphotography
✨Introducing our Newest Lighthouse✨
📍The Hunting Island Lighthouse - located in South Carolina has officially been added to the on going Lighthouse collection!🙂
This lighthouse was a fun one to do with a lil bit of a different perspective plus it’s in my favorite show😂!
So fun fact If you are and OBX fan this lighthouse was actually in Season 1, it was the “Redfield Lighthouse”!
Plus its’s also going to be in Season 4 as the cast has recently been filming there!
You can now find this lighthouse in my shop as; a sticker, an art print, and a bookmark!
*The Bookmark is available in the bookmark bundle option as well!*
So excited it’s finally in the shop!
What lighthouse should be added next?!
#huntingislandlighthouse #obxnetflix #southcarolinalighthouse #huntingislandstatepark #huntingisland #coastalart #lighthouseart
✨Introducing our Newest Lighthouse✨
📍The Hunting Island Lighthouse - located in South Carolina has officially been added to the on going Lighthouse collection!🙂
This lighthouse was a fun one to do with a lil bit of a different perspective plus it’s in my favorite show😂!
So fun fact If you are and OBX fan this lighthouse was actually in Season 1, it was the “Redfield Lighthouse”!
Plus its’s also going to be in Season 4 as the cast has recently been filming there!
You can now find this lighthouse in my shop as; a sticker, an art print, and a bookmark!
*The Bookmark is available in the bookmark bundle option as well!*
So excited it’s finally in the shop!
What lighthouse should be added next?!
#huntingislandlighthouse #obxnetflix #southcarolinalighthouse #huntingislandstatepark #huntingisland #coastalart #lighthouseart
One of the most beautiful beaches in South Carolina 🏝️ We had so much fun finding seashells and checking out the historical lighthouse 🥰#southcarolina #scbeaches #beaches #huntingisland #huntingislandlighthouse #lighthouse #summer #summerday
One of the most beautiful beaches in South Carolina 🏝️ We had so much fun finding seashells and checking out the historical lighthouse 🥰#southcarolina #scbeaches #beaches #huntingisland #huntingislandlighthouse #lighthouse #summer #summerday
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.
