Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

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Park Alerts (1)

Tree Hazard Along Charles Pinckney Nature Trail: A tree is partially downed along the Charles Pinckney nature trail, about 150-feet from the accessible trail. All trails remain open; cones will be used to mark the hazard.

About Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

Charles Pinckney was a principal author and signer of the United States Constitution and went on to be a political leader in South Carolina for over 40 years. The park preserves Snee Farm, one of his plantation properties, where visitors can learn about the politician's influences on Charleston, the African people he enslaved, plantation operations, and the legacy of Pinckney's life.

Available Activities

Food

Picnicking

Guided Tours

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Hands-On

Citizen Science

Volunteer Vacation

Hiking

Front-Country Hiking

Junior Ranger Program

Wildlife Watching

Birdwatching

Park Film

Museum Exhibits

Shopping

Bookstore and Park Store

Weather

Winters are generally mild. Summers are hot and humid.

Getting There

The park is located on the south side of Long Point Road .7 miles from US Highway 17, or 3 miles if coming from I-526.

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Hours

Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

The historic home (Visitor Center) is open seasonally. For the 2026 season, the Visitor Center will be open five days a week Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.. The season begins on Friday, May 1, 2026 and ends on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Park grounds are open Wednesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The entrance gate to the parking lot will be locked when the grounds are closed.