- TripBuzz found 116 things to do with kids in or near St. Helena Island, South Carolina, including 90 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Beaufort, Bluffton, Hilton Head and Hilton Head Island.
- From Camelot Farms Equestian Center to Penn Center, the St. Helena Island area offers 78 different types of family activities, including: Kayaking, History Museums, Historic Sites and National & State Parks.
- A major center of African-American Gullah culture, the island of St. Helena Island is located in South Carolina's Beaufort County. Home to many historical landmarks, the city is known for it's celebration of the African-American culture and is said to have inspired the popular children's television program, Gullah Gullah Island. With much of the area remaining natural, rural land, visitors enjoy water recreation and the natural beauty of the area.
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Nestled in Beaufort, South Carolina, Hunting Island State Park is one of the most popular parks along the South Carolina coast. Its lighthouse is open for tours, although the hours are irregular in the winter and early spring months.
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Guests can explore nature and catch glimpses of wildlife with the Ace Basin Tours. Suitable for all ages, tours take place on a pontoon boat with an experienced and knowledgeable Captain.
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17 Meridian Road, Beaufort, SC 29907
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Seas So Shallow Fishing Guide Service offers half and full day fishing trips where guests can try to catch redfish, trout, flounder, cobia, tarpon and other local species. They also provide a fully furnished guesthouse for rent.
6.6 Miles
Located along the Beaufort River, the Beaufort Yacht & Sailing Club is a club that offers a number of amenities for members to enjoy. Kayaking, sailing, motorboating, and tennis are a few of the popular activities enjoyed by club members.
6.7 Miles
A rails-to-trails greenway project, Spanish Moss Trail is now a 13.6 mile paved trail. The recreational trail's purpose is for families to get outside and enjoy physical activity and healthy fun with one another.
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South Carolina's Hunting Island Lighthouse is open throughout the year. It is free to visit, but those who wish to climb its interior staircase must pay a nominal fee. In case of inclement weather, the lighthouse is often temporarily closed.
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Beautfort's Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park is one of city's best family-friendly attractions. The park includes a large children's playground, a band shell, gorgeous views of the Beaufort River and many shady spots that are perfect for picnics.
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John Mark Verdeir House, built in 1804 by a merchant and planter, the house served as army headquarters and a general's office during the Union occupation in the early 1860s. Now a museum, the house features three permanent exhibitions.
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With a variety of shows and entertainment, USCB Center for the Arts is a local family favorite. Shows include A Midsummer Night's Dream, lunch with popular authors, and holiday favorites.