Charleston SC Recreation

Buyers Of Charleston Real Estate Enjoy A Multitude Of Recreation Opportunities

Charleston real estate owners enjoy a multitude of outdoor recreation options. The Ashley and Cooper rivers that flow into Charleston Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean beyond, along with the pristine Edisto River feed a tangle of creeks and streams through a system of protected wetlands providing natural habitat for much of the area’s indigenous wildlife…and an unlimited array of water-related activities for locals and Charleston real estate owners.

Near the coastal beach, the Intracoastal Waterway cuts an inland water route along the entire East Coast; and a number of fresh-water lakes including the 110,000-acre Lake Marion and the 60,000-acre Lake Moultrie add to the water recreation options. Boating and sailing, fishing and shrimping, and skiing and jet skiing are all popular activities for both young and old Charleston residents.

In recent years, Charleston, South Carolina, has caught the attention of fly fisherman both nationally and internationally. In fact, the Charleston SC area is fast becoming one of the top fly fishing destination in the world, offering a plentitude of freshwater and saltwater settings.

The allure of its marine environment has also thrust the Charleston SC area into the spotlight for kayaking, the fastest growing adventure sport in the nation. Charleston's rise within the world of kayaking is due to the Charleston area offering ideal venues for both beginners and the most advanced kayaking enthusiasts.

Charleston golf is a 365-day-a-year sport, with courses designed by the world’s premiere designers…Pete Dye, Rees Jones, Arthur Hills, Gary Player, Arnold Palmer, Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, Robert Trent Jones…offering a variety of experiences to golfers of all skill levels.

Tennis remains a popular sport among locals and Charleston real estate owners. Various municipalities operate public tennis courts throughout Charleston, offering leagues, programs and lessons for players of all ages. The resort communities of Wild Dunes on the Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island and Seabrook Island maintain world-class tennis facilities for their residents and guests.

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission represents one of the most unique park and recreation agencies in the state of South Carolina. The Commission is responsible for providing park and recreation services to the Charleston area, but not to duplicate services provided by the other municipalities and special recreation districts existing in the area.

One of the prime responsibilities of the commission is the development of a countywide park system. Each park facility offers a variety of programming generally directed toward the natural features and characteristics of the site. The staff and commission are committed to maintaining high standards in the delivery of leisure services and facilities to locals and owners of Charleston real estate.

Currently the commission operates three large multidimensional family parks, three water parks and three beach parks. Additional they have a dog park, marina, fishing pier, equestrian center, campground and cottage rentals, nature and history interpretive center, and 19 boat and kayak landings. Several other parks are currently in the development phase for the Charleston area.

A number of seasonal hunting opportunities are offered in Charleston SC on protected lands maintained by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, as well as on private preserves. //