Angel Oak Park
See the Angel Oak, one of the Lowcountry's most famous live oaks (estimated 300-400 years old), plus a picnic area and gift shop. No admission.
Outdoor guide
2318 Dorado Ct sits in the Stonoview neighborhood on Johns Island, about 20 minutes from Charleston-area beaches, parks and Lowcountry recreation. This guide rounds up the parks, trails, beaches, golf courses, farmers markets and seasonal events worth a short drive from the house.
Drive times are approximate, from 2318 Dorado Ct.
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See the Angel Oak, one of the Lowcountry's most famous live oaks (estimated 300-400 years old), plus a picnic area and gift shop. No admission.
700+ acres of wooded walking and riding trails, a 9-hole disc golf course, a 6-target archery range, picnic areas, and the Mullet Hall Equestrian Center on site.
85.5 acres along the tidal Stono River with 1.5 miles of wooded trails and marsh boardwalks, a boardwalk to a small island, picnic areas, playground, bike repair station, and pets allowed on leash. $1 admission (honor system).
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Paved path, boardwalk, and gravel trail loop through salt marsh with river views; connects across Main Road to the West Ashley Greenway for longer walking and biking.
Miles of casual walking, biking and equestrian trails through oak groves, fields and marsh views.
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The only public beach access on Kiawah Island, at the west end (West Beach); boardwalk, handicap-accessible ramp, restrooms, seasonal lifeguards, chair and umbrella rentals, and picnic areas. Paid parking.
Public boat ramp and kayak/canoe launch on the Stono River with a fishing pier and parking; a popular spot to put in for a paddle or an afternoon of fishing (tide and current awareness advised).
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Championship courses including Cougar Point, Osprey Point, Turtle Point, Oak Point and the Ocean Course; public tee times bookable through the resort.
Gary Player-designed 18-hole marshland course at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, open for public tee times.
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Weekly market (Saturdays) at 2024 Academy Drive on Johns Island with local produce, meats, eggs, honey and goods.
Seasonal Monday market (June-August) on the Village Green in Freshfields Village on Kiawah Island, featuring local farms and makers.
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Seasonal live music series held at Johns Island County Park in warmer months.
Open-air shopping and dining village on Kiawah Island with seasonal events and a village green, about 20 minutes from the home.
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