Daniel Island’s Community Parks and Trails
Daniel Island has hundreds of acres of land that are home to beautiful parks, playgrounds, and passive greenspaces. The extensive 25+ mile trail system winds through maritime forest, along the marsh and the water’s edge, and through neighborhoods and the island’s downtown, offering scenic views and a safe and convenient environment for runners, walkers, and cyclists.
Amenity Rentals
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Balfour Park
Pocket park with greenspace.
Bamboo Park
Bordered by Dark Timber Street, Chimney Back Street, and Black Powder Lane (Daniel Island Park) Features a pocket park with greenspace and fitness equipment. Residents in the area have nicknamed the site “Bamboo Park” for the fitness equipment’s resemblance to bamboo...
Barfield Park
This park is characterized by its marsh-oriented setting. Winding paths through a natural Lowcountry setting make Barfield Park a favorite place to take a quiet walk or run. A picnic gazebo is located at the edge of the park and makes a great place for a...
Beckon Street Park
Pocket park/greenspace with gazebo.
Beekman Park
Located at Beekman and Sailmaker streets. Features a pocket park with greenspace.
Bellinger Island Park
Nature preserve surrounded by marsh and creeks. Adjacent to the Beresford Creek Boat Landing. The site features trails, sitting areas, a fishing dock, and locked storage for kayak and paddleboard rentals.
Bellona Street Park
Bordered by Bellona and Frissel streets, this park features greenspace and seating.
Beresford Creek Boat Landing
Bishop England Loop
Paved trail winding behind the Bishop England School to the Daniel Island School and Library.
Bounty Street Park
Located on Bounty Street, with greenspace and seating.
Butterfly Garden
Pond, fishing, seating, boardwalk area, and large oak tree.
Captain’s Island Park
Adjacent to River Porch amenity, with a shady playground featuring a “Find the Critters” theme.
Cattle Trough Park
Named in honor of Daniel Island’s cattle farming days, which date back to the early to mid-1900s. During the island community’s development, two old cattle troughs were found in the area and were used to create fountains for this park.
Center Park
A beautifully landscaped area with benches and crepe myrtles welcomes you into the park. This park has two play areas perfect for all ages and a large lawn making it perfect for a family picnic.
Codner’s Ferry Park
Codner’s Ferry Park is a one-acre park located in one of Daniel Island’s earliest neighborhoods. It features open space for field games, a picnic area, and a playground complete with a play-and-swing set.
Commemorative Park
Features benches and manicured landscaping make up this picturesque space, which serves as a place to reflect and honor lives past and present.
Credit One Stadium
The Credit One Stadium on Daniel Island is home to a variety of events throughout the year. Each summer, it hosts an anticipated concert series.
Crow’s Nest
This amenity features a two-story facility with a screened-in second story and a porch overlooking the marsh. This amenity is only available for rent by Daniel Island Community Association (DICA) members. Please note that the pool cannot be rented.
Daniel Island Recreation Center
A multi-activity recreation center owned by the City of Charleston
Delahow Park
Playground in Daniel Island Park with lots of shade, sandy surface.
Edgefield Park & Pool
Pool with three 25-meter lap lanes, a beach entry and water feature, as well as The Crow’s Nest gathering space, which is available for rentals and community functions. In addition to a catering kitchen, bathrooms and large open-air area, a second-story screened porch...
Elfe Street Park
Pocket park with greenspace and seating.
Etiwan Park
Etiwan Park was the first neighborhood established on Daniel Island with its focal point a six-acres park that is owned and maintained by the City of Charleston. The park features athletic fields, basketball and volleyball courts, and a playground. For more...
Fairbanks Oak Aly Park
Featuring a greenspace and large pond with two water features.
Fallen Oak Park
Fallen Oak Park is located on Island Park Drive and is the City of Charleston’s newest park addition to Daniel Island. It features two playground areas, a walking trail, and exercise stations. For more information on the playground at Fallen Oak Park, please contact...
Farr Street DOG Park
Adjacent to the Overture senior apartments complex. Small park for dogs with benches and water station.
Farr Street Sitting Area
Features a deck with chairs overlooking tranquil pond.
Fish Tale Park
Greenspace with walking trail.
Freedom Park
Includes lighted tennis courts, multipurpose fields, baseball fields, a restroom facility, and a playground (featuring equipment installed by community volunteers). According to Charleston Parks Director Jason Kronsberg, the name for the park was selected using input...
Governor’s Park and Dog Park
Governor's Park is located near the Family Circle Tennis Center in downtown Daniel Island. It is maintained by the City of Charleston. It features soccer fields and basketball courts, a dog run, waterfront trails, a playground and more. For more information on...
Grove Park
Pocket park with seating and greenspace.
Grove Park Loop
This .9 miles long trail consists of paved sidewalks
Guggenheim Terrace
Recently part of $1.5 million parks upgrade grant from the Daniel Island Community Fund. Enhancements include a new large wooden deck overlooking a large pond with fountains, landscaping and lighting, additional seating, and seasonal shade structure.
Hazelhurst Street Park
Pocket park with seating and greenspace,
Hester Park
Pocket park with seating and greenspace.
Island Park Loop
This trail is completely paved, and is 2.6 miles long.
Ithecaw Court Park
Pocket park with seating and greenspace.
Julia Park
Pocket park with greenspace, ponds, seating.
Merchant Street Park
Pocket Park with greenspace, seating.
Mitchell Wharf Park
Mitchell Wharf Street, near Wando River shoreline. Features a large oak tree, greenspace.
Nobel’s Point Park
Daniel Island Park, off Nobel’s Point and Wading Place. Features: Playground, seating.
Osprey Trail Park
The Osprey Trail is a three-acre ornamental garden and certified wildlife habitat in front of Daniel Island School and next to the Daniel Island Library, created and maintained by the Daniel Island Garden Club. This tranquil respite features six gardens: Woodland...
Pierce Park Pavilion
The Pierce Park Pavilion features an outdoor event space that includes bathrooms and a catering kitchen, as well as a large playground, grills for cooking, and a collection of chairs overlooking the marsh and Wando River. This amenity is only available for rent by...
Pierce Park Pool
The pool at Pierce Park is a 25-meter pool with six lanes and is open seven days a week from 5:00 am – 10:00 pm (may vary with seasonal programming). The Pierce Park Pool received new heaters in January 2018. While we can’t guarantee 365 days/year of swimming due to...
Pirate Park
Smythe Park, near intersection of Smythe and Pierce streets. Large playground with pirate theme.
Ralston Creek Boat Landing
Ralston Creek Loop
This 1.9 miles-long trail is completely paved.
River Landing Park
Private park and pond in middle of condominium complexes.
River Porch
The River Porch features a large screened-in event space overlooking the Wando River. Enjoy dinner with friends and family or host an intimate wedding. The beautiful backdrop will be perfect for any event! *use of this facility is reserved for Captain's Island...
Riverfront Loop
Trail winds along the Wando River, behind the LTP Tennis center and passes under the Wando bridge towards Governors Park.
Scott Park Pool
Situated between the Codner’s Ferry and Etiwan Park neighborhoods, this space features a climate-controlled pool, picnic areas with charcoal grills and a playground.
Simmons Forge Park
Pocket park with seating and greenspace.
Simmons Park
Named for the late Philip Simmons, a master blacksmith who was born on Daniel Island in 1912, this park includes a pineapple fountain, seating areas, well-manicured landscaping, and a gate designed by Simmons.
Smythe Park
Smythe Park is the island’s largest park at 22-acres in size and is a favorite location for events and programs hosted by both the POA and residents. The park includes an 11-acre lake with a kayak dock, numerous pedestrian trails – including a history trail – and...
Tidal Mill Place Park
Pocket park with greenspace and seating.
Townsend Park
Often referred to as “swing park” with its multiple swing sets, Townsend Park also features a large lawn perfect for kicking around a soccer ball, a game of tag, and throwing a frisbee with friends. The picnic tables are covered with sun sails which makes this park...
Treehouse
Two-story tree house with views of the river and marsh, located at the end of Wando Landing Street, overlooking the Wando River.
Trewin Park
Pocket park with greenspace.
Waterfront Park
A beautiful, multi-faceted park on the Daniel Island waterfront.
Watroo Point Loop
It is mostly paved until you get to the end of Watroo Point, where you will walk briefly on an unpaved trail to a boardwalk that crosses the marsh. When crossing the marsh, you end up at the back of the Daniel Island Club - please follow all signs for the continuation...
Woodford Park
Walking trail with benches, marsh views,