Dorchester County, SC

Including:

• North Charleston » Find hotels in North Charleston, SC
• Summerville » Find hotels in Summerville, SC
• Ashley River
• Edisto River

Parks and recreation areas

• Azalea Park (Summerville)
  

  This is a nicely landscaped garden in a residential area of Summerville, SC. Extending over several city blocks, these gardens put on a spectacular display of flowers every spring. Any time of the year, this is a great place to go for a nice relaxing walk. A series of walkways wind through the park with ponds, statues, trees, bushes, creeks, and flowers all along the way.

• Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site
  

  Attractions at this park include the site of the tabby fort, the tower of St. George's Parish Church, and an outdoor kiosk explaining the history of Dorchester and the upper Ashley River area. The park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

• Francis Beidler Forest
  

  The Francis Beidler Forest in the Four Holes Swamp contains the largest remaining stand of virgin, old-growth bald cypress and tupelo gum trees in the world. A portion of this swamp is visible from the boardwalk, plus there is a museum and gift shop near the entrance. Bugs can be a serious nuisance at certain times of the year.

• Givhans Ferry State Park
  

  On the banks of the Edisto River, this state park has several hiking trails, vacation cabins, and a camping area.

• Herbert H. Jessen Public Boat Landing
  

  This boat landing is a very attractive spot along the upper Ashley River, and it is also a popular place for fishing and picnicing in nice weather. A short walking path and boardwalk leads along the river.

• James Allan Playground (Summerville)
  

  This small park in a Summerville neighborhood comes alive every spring when the Azalea flowers appear.

• Middleton Place
  

  On the banks of the Ashley River you will find Middleton Place, a carefully preserved plantation dating from the 18^th century. You can visit the house and the stableyards, and also see America′s oldest landscaped gardens.

  Visit http://www.sciway.net/sc-photos/charleston-county/middleton-place.html to see more pictures.

• Sawmill Branch Walk / Bike Trail (Summerville)
  

  This popular paved trail runs parallel to the Sawmill Branch Canal just outside of downtown Summerville.

• Wassamassaw Community Park (Summerville)
  

  This community park in a Summerville neighborhood has a playground, basketball courts, picnic shelters, and a paved walking path. There are two off-leash dog areas here, one for small dogs, and one for larger dogs.

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