The Incredibly Unique Park That's Right Here In South Carolina's Own Backyard
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Robin Jarvis
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Get ready to add another beach to your South Carolina bucket list. And this beach is one of the most unique in the state because the whole beach is one big park to explore. You may be surprised to learn all it has to offer and that it’s been right here in your backyard all the time. Take a look at Mitchelville Beach Park and see for yourself.
Mitchelville Beach is one of those amazing hidden beaches along South Carolina's coastline that most people don't even realize is there.
It's located along the north end of Hilton Head Island and dishes up sweeping views of the Atlantic and the south end of St. Helena Island.
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But the park isn't just a big swath of wide open beach. It's much more. To start with, you'll park and then walk down a nice shady path.
A path which magically opens to a secret, hidden and deserted beach you'd never know was there if you weren't looking for it.
Mitchelville Beach Park is like that, usually deserted or with only a few people who've discovered the secret oasis and know well enough to keep it to themselves.
You'll fall in love with this unique "sea" park along the beach and the bright green grass that gets swamped by the incoming waters of a swelling high tide.
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Whether you're cycling along the packed sand, sitting by the water enjoying a book, or combing the beach for shells, Mitchelville Beach Park is a perfect spot to relax and unwind.
The little ones will find great pleasure in looking for sharks teeth and unique treasures...
...I remember the first time I saw a Horseshoe Crab. Do you?
Mitchelville Beach Park is free and so is the parking. The park is open Monday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the summer, and 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the winter. Amenities include showers and restrooms.
Go ahead. Take a "Me" day. Steal away to one of the best kept secret parks in all of South Carolina.
Mitchelville Beach Park is located at 124 Mitchelville Park Road, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. More information.
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