Charleston has fantastic water parks where kids can have a great time! At Splash Zone in James Island County Park, you can tube down 200 ft. slides, or bob along a 500 ft. Lazy River, there is an 164 ft. Action River with waterfalls & geysers. Is your birthday during the summer?
When the temperatures start rising visitors of all ages will enjoy this favorite playground! Features Caribbean play structure with slides, wheels, and sprays and more! Splash Zone has birthday party packages available! More information.

Check out North Charleston's newest waterpark yet...Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark! Swish down the Big Kahuna, a wave pool offering 27,000 square feet and many different
types of wave action, or float lazily along the Rollin' River, and enjoy 870 linear feet of relaxation. The Tubular Twister is sure to bring excitement and fun to all, featuring a 7 story multi-slide complex with 3 different selections of thrilling spills, each approximately 300' in length! Over 15 acres of cool fun and island-style water play packed into one location! What a cool place to party! More information.

Palmetto Islands County Park offers year round enjoyment for the whole family with miles of bicycle trails, pedal boats, picnic facilities, and wide open spaces for favorite outdoor games.At Splash Island in Palmetto Islands County Park, thrill down a 200 ft. slide, squirm along a 16 ft. otter slide and splash around in sprays, waterfalls and geysers. Also check out the CYCLONE. . .a 10-minute water ride that takes you for a spin! More information.

Beachwalker Park, located on Kiawah Island, affords visitors access to a beautiful beach on a ridge barrier island. The park is operated through a cooperative effort of the Charleston County Council and the Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission. Along the park's wide, sandy front beach is a 300 foot swimming area, staffed with lifeguards, that are seasonal in June, July, and August. Leading from the 170 car parking area through myrtles and dunes, visitors enjoy a convenient dunes boardwalk. Other park amenities include dressing areas, outdoor showers, restrooms, a picnic area, and snack bar, which is seasonal. Beach chair, raft, and umbrella rentals are available along the beachfront, and are seasonal as well. Open May - August 9am - 7pm daily, April and October 10am - 6pm weekends only, September 10am to 6pm daily, and March 10am to 6pm weekends only. Motor vehicle admission is now $7 per car (up to 8 people), Vans and RV's $10, $20 for buses. More information.

Folly Beach County Park, on the west end of Folly Island, is 4000 feet of oceanfront beach. Lifeguards are on duty along a 600 ft. beachfront designated swimming area. (seasonally) Amenities include a 350 car parking lot, dressing areas, outdoor showers, restrooms, snack bar (seasonal), and picnic area. The park's beach chair and umbrella rentals are a welcome alternative to packing up one's own belongings. (These are seasonal).Open March/April/Sept/Oct 10am to 6pm (daily) and Nov – Feb 10am to 5pm (daily). Motor vehicle admission is $7 per car (15 people), RV's $10, $20 for buses. Admission is free Nov. - Feb. More information.

James Island County Park is made for those adventurous naturalists who enjoy the experience of living outdoors. The park campground offers 125 recreational vehicle sites for overnight stays. For those who require a "civilized" environment, vacation cottages are available off the Stono River. The park also features a floating dock and 16 acres of lagoons, ponds and lakes. Equipment rentals include bikes, pedal boats, and kayaks. More information.

Isle of Palms, a popular beach for Charlestonians features white sandy expanses, dunes, and sea oats. Beautiful homes front on the blue Atlantic, and it is a pleasant beach to walk or jog. Isle of Palms County Park is conveniently located at the foot of the Isle of Palms connector. This facility offers 350 parking spaces, a dunes boardwalk, showers, restrooms, lifeguards, (seasonal) and vending. Beach access is also provided by a boardwalk in the center of downtown Isle of Palms. Parking is available along the street and in parking lots. Public dressing areas and restrooms are available. Open March/April/Sept/Oct 10am to 6pm (daily) and Nov – Feb 10am to 5pm (daily).  Vehicle admission is $7 per car. More information.

North Charleston Wannamaker County Park has 1,015 acres with 576 acres embodying highlands and 439 acres composed of beautiful cypress wetlands. A pristine swamp, the Goose Creek Reservoir, provides mature cypress trees and a variety of wildlife. Over seven acres of grassed public meadow allows visitors to unwind and take in natural beauty. There is a 5 acre lagoon for strolls by the water. Two open-air group picnic shelters seat 120 and feature built in grills, volleyball, and horseshoe courts. Cypress Hall is an enclosed group shelter of 4,640 square feet. The Park Center houses a snack bar, screened porch , restrooms , a large patio, and a pedal boat rental area. A water play spray area is also provided. More information.

Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission
861 Riverland Drive Charleston, SC 29412
795-4FUN(4386)
Visit Charleston County Parks at: http://www.ccprc.com/
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A sunny day is well spent if you are on one of Charleston's sandy, white beaches. Swimming is only one of the many activities to do while enjoying the sand and surf. If you're in the mood for a traditional beach outing, sunbathing, relaxing in beach chairs under umbrellas, collecting shells and walking in the sand, your day is set. For those who are really energetic, the beach offers a place to play volleyball, paddleball, to surf, to throw frisbee with your dog, to jog, cycle, or build a giant sandcastle. Below is a listing of Charleston's beaches with public beach access. Go and enjoy your day in the sun!

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