As an original Carolina Girl who grew up in Hampton, SC, I can vouch for Hunting Island State Park. In all of my 52 years of beach going, Hunting Island ranks right up there with Edisto Beach, outside of Charleston. My family has been going to Hunting Island every year since my Mom and Dad were kids! If you like... more

Wow. We were impressed with Hunting Island State Park. The beach is amazing and the surf recedes incredibly far. You can walk forever along the shoreline. The kids had a blast searching for (and finding) shark's teeth. Just look for triangle shapes as the surfs goes out. They are abundant. There were shells and sand dollars to be gathered. We... more

This barrier island is sparse, no casino, no putt-putt golf, but what a beautiful pristine beach. Walk for hours and unwind. Here's a funny tale of a day at this beach [--] more

My husband and I were stationed in Beafort, SC during his recall. We went to Hunting Island every chance we got. The beach is not like the bustling Hilton Head beach. It is a nice secluded, quiet beach. Perfect for picnics and lounging. The scenery is beyond compare. Driving through the same wooded area where they filmed the Vietnam scenes... more

Hunting Island State Park is one of the true gems of the South Carolina coast. Hunting Island is a smallish barrier Island that is unfortunately slowly disappearing (loosing a battle of erosion with the Atlantic Ocean). The island features white sand beaches that are dotted with Palmetto trees and wild orchids. The interior of the island includes a small lagoon... more

My Husband and I visited the Hunting Island State Park on July 29, 2006. It is a very nice place and we would definitely come back to visit. The swimming area is very nice. We were concerned about going after reading articles on other web sites concerning the erosion problem. But, apparently the swimming area at least has been re-nourished.... more

Hunting Island State Park is a special place. I have been many places in the world, but my heart is heavily mortgaged to this synthesis of ocean, marsh, lagoon, maritime forest, lighthouse, sandy trails, salt air and wildlife hideaways. It almost defies description. If you go there, please please please cherish what you see, and take nothing away but your... more