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
Thanks to some sweet friends and their amazing horses I got to go on my first ride on the beach last Saturday- it was so much fun. And shoutout to my mom for taking great care of my babies while I went ❤️ #thankful #blessed #huntingislandsc #friendsofhuntingislandstatepark #beachride #horsesofinstagram #leopardappaloosasofinstagram #quarterhorsesofinstagram #southcarolinabeaches #southcarolinalowcountry
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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I can truly say Beaufort was to date, the most welcoming and beautiful city we have ever been. So green, clean and astonishingly friendly. The downtown swings overlooking the bay were by far my favorite attraction. Although NOTHING compared to seeing and swimming in the Atlantic (fully clothed btw) for the first time ever! Warm, salty and I loved every frolicking second! And yes Mark laughed his tuckus off the whole time. I can’t wait to retire there…hint hint Mr. Sikel 😂 #sikelife #beaufortsc #huntingislandsc #hapyness🤗
Sunrise from Hunting Island State Park’s boneyard. My favorite place to watch the sunrise ❤️
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Footprints in the sand.
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Beautiful day for a hike at Little Hunting Island Boneyard Beach. This park has miles and miles of beach, saltwater marsh, maritime forest, and an iconic lighthouse. February is a great time to visit to avoid the crowds plus the weather is mild! 🏝️🥾😎
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I finally finished my blog post about our adventures through all 47 scstateparks ! I was getting a lot of questions about it and I wanted to have everything written in one place. So use the link in my profile to read about our experience in different parks and what we loved about them!
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3. Clouds I love that I caught the reflection of the clouds on the sand. #fms #fmsphotoaday #fmspad #fmsphotoadaychallenge #fms_clouds #clouds #beautiful #huntingislandstatepark #huntingisland #huntingislandsc #sc #southcarolina #insta_carolina #sunrise #sunrisesofinstagram #exploresc #onlyinsouthcarolina
I also like lighthouses. This is the Hunting Island Lighthouse in South Carolina. I`m surprised you can see it through the wall of mosquitos I walked through to get there. Worth it? Absolutely. Hunting Island State Park is absolutely gorgeous. There`s history, beautiful beaches, and miles of hiking trails.
Sunset at Hunting Island Lighthouse. 📸: mr.wallis13
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Ever climbed to the top of this one? So beautiful, right? Photo: shane.weatherford_photography .
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So many people loved the silhouette proposal picture in my story yesterday. It needed a permanent post! This was the actual moment he got down on one knee and proposed!
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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)
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<DNA of a Lighthouse>. Like the #spiral of the #doublehelix of #dna the #spiralstaircase of #wroughtiron is unique to each #lighthouse This is #huntingislandlighthouse at #huntingislandstatepark in #southcarolina #blackandwhitephotography #bnwphoto #bnwzone #bnw_greatshots #bnwlovers #bnw_drama #bnw_daily #bnw_planet #bnw_addicted #bnw_fanatics #igerssouthcarolina
Hey Monday...I have a secret!
My weekend was productive and I completed all of my summer session editing!
This summer turned out to be my busiest season yet! Thank you to all my clients for being so patient in getting their edited galleries finished.
This week begins the start of fall season sessions. With the weather turning a bit cooler, some much welcome relief to the heat, and the quality of sunlight changing to beautful fall light, I am looking foward to some amazing images! #tsp #edistophotographer #edistofamilyphotographer
Hey Monday...I have a secret!
My weekend was productive and I completed all of my summer session editing!
This summer turned out to be my busiest season yet! Thank you to all my clients for being so patient in getting their edited galleries finished.
This week begins the start of fall season sessions. With the weather turning a bit cooler, some much welcome relief to the heat, and the quality of sunlight changing to beautful fall light, I am looking foward to some amazing images! #tsp #edistophotographer #edistofamilyphotographer
Highlights from our trip to Beaufort & Hunting Island SC.☀️
All my summer outfits are linked but the dress comes in pretty colors that would also work for fall with boots.
Hunting island is a South Carolina state park. We camped at the campground. The park has a light house and a boneyard beach. Also, lots of trails and the beach!
Dolphin tour with coastal expeditions
Walking tour of Beaufort with Janets walking tour.
Places we ate or shopped,
Low country cider company
Plums restaurant
Low country produce and cafe
The rustic pup
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Highlights from our trip to Beaufort & Hunting Island SC.☀️
All my summer outfits are linked but the dress comes in pretty colors that would also work for fall with boots.
Hunting island is a South Carolina state park. We camped at the campground. The park has a light house and a boneyard beach. Also, lots of trails and the beach!
Dolphin tour with coastal expeditions
Walking tour of Beaufort with Janets walking tour.
Places we ate or shopped,
Low country cider company
Plums restaurant
Low country produce and cafe
The rustic pup
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visions of home // Hunting Island Lighthouse for visit_beaufortsc 🎥
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visions of home // Hunting Island Lighthouse for visit_beaufortsc 🎥
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Walking into a Monday holiday all smiles!!!
What are your plans for this Labor Day? Time on the beach, time with your family, getting some work done around the house? I think I will be doing all of he above!! #tsp #edistophotographer #edistofamilyphotographer
Walking into a Monday holiday all smiles!!!
What are your plans for this Labor Day? Time on the beach, time with your family, getting some work done around the house? I think I will be doing all of he above!! #tsp #edistophotographer #edistofamilyphotographer
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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.
