Daniel Island isn’t just known for it quaint downtown and beautiful homes, it also has an abundance of parks, trails, and play areas for all to enjoy! With hundreds of acres of parks, greenspaces, and 25 miles of trails, Daniel Island is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts! Parks are so critical to Daniel Island that almost every home is a short walk to a park.
Barfield Park
This beautiful park is characterized by its marsh-oriented setting. Winding paths through a natural Lowcountry environment make Barfield Park a favorite place to take a quiet walk or run. A picnic gazebo is located at the edge of the park and is a great place for a small-to -medium sized gathering of friends and neighbors.
Children’s Park
Located on the banks of the scenic Wando River and maintained by the City of Charleston, this park is a local favorite. It features a water-oriented play area that is loved by island children. It connects running, walking and biking trails along the riverfront and a community pier for fishing and crabbing.
Codner’s Ferry Park
This one-acre park, located in one of Daniel Island’s first neighborhoods, features open space for field games, a picnic area and a playground complete with a play-and-swing set.
Edgefield Park
This facility includes an Olympic-sized pool with three 25-meter lap lanes, a beach entry and water feature, as well as a new gathering space, The Crow’s Nest, that is available for rentals and community functions. In addition to a catering kitchen, bathrooms and large open-air area, a second-story screened porch overlooks some of the island’s beautiful marsh vistas.
Etiwan Park
Etiwan Park was the first neighborhood established on Daniel Island with its focal point a six-acre park that is owned and maintained by the City of Charleston. The park features athletic fields, basketball and volleyball courts, and a playground along with a cozy amphitheater.
Governor’s Park
Located in downtown Daniel Island and maintained by the City of Charleston, this large park features soccer and baseball fields, a dog park, waterfront trails, a playground with a zip line and more.
Pierce Park
Pierce Park is a central gathering place on the island, especially during the summer months. The Olympic-sized pool is climate-controlled and an outdoor event pavilion with Wando River views features bathrooms and a catering kitchen. The park also has a large playground and paved parking. Pierce Park is the location for many of the programs and events sponsored by the POA.
Scott Park
Ideally situated between the Codner’s Ferry and Etiwan Park neighborhoods, Scott Park features a climate-controlled pool, picnic areas with charcoal grills and a playground.
Smythe Park
Smythe Park is the island’s largest park at 22-acres in size and is a favorite location for events and programs hosted by both the POA and residents. The park includes an 11-acre lake with a kayak dock, numerous pedestrian trails – including a history trail – and several picnic areas. A pirate-themed playground is located on the southeast edge of the park.
Freedom Park
Located directly behind the Daniel Island Elementary School, this park is a fantastic location to play after school hours. Freedom Park is home to two baseball fields, a large multipurpose field, and both tennis and basketball courts.
