Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission

This unique event provides individuals with physical disabilities the opportunity to experience surfing! Adaptive surfing staff from partner organizations Ocean Cure and Adaptive Surf Project will provide instruction and assistance in a controlled environment.

Whether you’re a devoted outdoor sporting enthusiast or just beginning to explore nature’s playground, you’ll find your perfect fit for fun and fitness. Canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, rock climbing, slacklining, mountain biking, archery, disc golf, live music, and more.

The five-race  Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series at James Island County Park features 600-yard freshwater swim, 12-mile bike ride, and 5K flat run. Over 30,000 people have raced the series over the years, and the series has been honored as one of the top ten Charleston Signature Sport Events by the Charleston Metro Sports Council.

The Cooper River Bridge Run provides a world-class 10-K foot race. The race promotes continuous physical activity and a healthy lifestyle through education and opportunity.

Bringing Louisiana to the Lowcountry, the Lowcountry Cajun Festival is a full-day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole foods, kids activities, and all around ragin’ Cajun fun! Savor the tastes of authentic Cajun and Creole fare - jambalaya, alligator, etouffe, andouille sausage, and crawfish. Also enjoy Lowcountry favorites like seafood and Southern barbecue. For those who prefer a tamer menu, we’ll serve up ample portions of festival foods like hot dogs, sno cones, and more.

McLeod Plantation was established in 1851 and  has borne witness to some of the most significant periods of Charleston’s - and our nations - history. Today McLeod Plantation is an important 37-acre Gullah/Geechee heritage site that has been carefully preserved in recognition of its cultural and historical significance. The grounds include a riverside outdoor pavilion, a sweeping oak allée, and the McLeod Oak, which is thought to be more than 600 years old

Shag the night away under the stars at the Folly Beach Pier, where DJ Jim Bowers will be spinning the hottest oldies and beach music for you all night long.

The Mullet Haul features both a 5-mile and a 10-mile race on the trails of the Mullet Hall Equestrian Center at Johns Island County Park. While not required, we encourage racers to sport their mullets, either authentic or artificial, as part of this themed event.

Give back to your furry friends by bringing them out to experience a day of fun, frolic, and exploration at Palmetto Islands County Park. Pets and their owners are invited to join us for exhibits, demonstrations, experts, entertainment, and more at Charleston’s premiere pet festival!

Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for summer and Shaggin’ on the Pier! Live music will fill the air with local bands performing throughout the season at the Mount Pleasant Pier. Gates open at 7:00pm and the music begins at 8:00pm. All ages are invited to let loose, breathe in the ocean breeze and dance the night away under the stars.

The glow of the Ravenel Bridge and the sights and sounds of Charleston Harbor provide an unparalleled backdrop for an evening of yoga with instructor Ji Hwang.

Through park sweeps, resource recovery, and other volunteer activities, the CCPRC Green Team will have fun while doing their part to protect their county parks.
The Green Team will:
i. help to encourage and protect the stability, integrity, value, and beauty of the County Park's natural and historical resources
ii. cultivate an ethic of stewardship
iii. make Charleston's County Parks a model of environmental stewardship for the region

Hands on skill training for specific volunteer opportunities.

The Charleston County Parks & Recreation Commission's mission is to improve the quality of life in Charleston County by offering a diverse system of park facilities, programs & services. Volunteers and volunteerism play an important role in helping CCPRC achieve it's mission through stewardship efforts, program support and operational assistance.

Come explore your wild side on the scenic nature trails at Caw Caw Interpretive Center. Caw Caw is actively managed for a variety of wildlife and a favored habitat for rare wildlife, so there is also the chance you may see a "wild thing" or two! An award ceremony with local food and beverages will be held immediately afterward.

Explore West Ashley's beautiful Old Towne Creek County Park during Wine Down Wednesday. Guests will enjoy wine, food truck fare, and live music at this hidden gem located in West Ashley