The Hog Island (Patriot's Point) Trail in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina is an easy 0.3-mile out-and-back trail that features an observation deck with views of Charleston and the bay.
This is very short trail leads from the Patriots Point Links golf course (which provides public parking), following a defined path and out to the shoreline. The trailhead can be found west of the parking area and is best found by locating the silver historical "Hog Island" sign. The trail heads into the forest, passing palmetto, wild Carolina Jasmine, and other low-growing bushes before reaching an observation deck at the end of the trail. Here, you can climb the short staircase of the observation deck to get a better view of the area. The view from the top is mostly the shoreline and bay ahead of you, but to the right-hand side (west) you'll find views of Charleston, mainly around the French Quarter. After visiting the views, the walk back is short and leads back to parking for a 0.3-mile out-and-back jaunt.
Parking
Walkers will find a large parking lot at the coordinates provided, located at the end of Club House Road in Mount Pleasant, SC. The lot is large enough to fit many dozens of vehicles. Parking for the trailhead is easiest if you park on the west side of the lot.
Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
This is very short trail leads from the Patriots Point Links golf course (which provides public parking), following a defined path and out to the shoreline. The trailhead can be found west of the parking area and is best found by locating the silver historical "Hog Island" sign. The trail heads into the forest, passing palmetto, wild Carolina Jasmine, and other low-growing bushes before reaching an observation deck at the end of the trail. Here, you can climb the short staircase of the observation deck to get a better view of the area. The view from the top is mostly the shoreline and bay ahead of you, but to the right-hand side (west) you'll find views of Charleston, mainly around the French Quarter. After visiting the views, the walk back is short and leads back to parking for a 0.3-mile out-and-back jaunt.
Parking
Walkers will find a large parking lot at the coordinates provided, located at the end of Club House Road in Mount Pleasant, SC. The lot is large enough to fit many dozens of vehicles. Parking for the trailhead is easiest if you park on the west side of the lot.
Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
