Address: 3688 Angel Oak Rd, Johns Island, SC 29455, USA
Phone: +18435593496
Sunday: 1–5PM
Monday: 9AM–5PM
Tuesday: 9AM–5PM
Wednesday: 9AM–5PM
Thursday: 9AM–5PM
Friday: 9AM–5PM
Saturday: 9AM–5PM
John Heidenescher (RawBeltPhotos)
The tree was the reason I wanted to visit. The staff is the reason I won’t return. I was asked to pick my camera bag up off the ground and my friend was told she could not have her service dog with her. Security was very rude for no reason. As a photographer I’d love to have been able to post the pics from here. However, I did not stay long enough to take many because of the staff. Also the ropes blocking the tree were such a distraction in the pictures that I didn’t even want to edit them. The tree was amazing but you can see it from the dirt road so no need to stop. Just keep driving.
Blake Riebe
What an awe-inspiring tree! I can't decide whether I'm more impressed by the Angel Oak or the California Redwoods. Nature really is incredible. I recommend visiting first thing in the morning if you can, as there was hardly anyone there at opening. Renting a car for the day to get there probably isn't too much more than a tour bus.
Vee Log
So so cool-- It's not a full blown park-- it's really the tree that's fenced in and a gift shop that you need to walk all the way around to get to the tree --don't try to walk through the gift shop those employees are pretty adamant about entering the right way!
Vana Ross
This was on my "must do" for our family trip. We had visited over 16 days, 4 states and I wanted to see a tree (insert family eye rolls here) Well, these eye rolling family members were really eating their words when they saw it. So amazing, beautiful and I could have sat there all day. You can bring food and drinks and make a day of it, but do not bring food past the point of the sign (You will be SCREAMED AT) you also should be aware that the rudest people exist inside of the "shop"- I mean truly, rude as could be. Our uber driver warned us about that, but we thought he was just being dramatic. Some things to note: It is off the beaten path. Getting an uber driver back will be tough. Order it for "future" when you get there so someone can pick up the ride. You need 30ish minutes to see and take pics, as there are not many crowds, but you can stay longer. We did about 1 hour. There are porta potties but they dont seem to ever have toliet paper. Have a napkin on you.
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You can walk down the road after 5, but theres a gate surrounding the tree.
You can't climb or sit on any part of the tree, but a hug is fine :)
yes I have
No admission fee. There is a gift shop if you want to purchase a souvenir
Yes they are only estimating the age of that the oak tree. I asked the guy- caretaker, and said between 500-1000 yrs old.
I hope it did. But living for more than 500 yrs in this world, for sure it had some worse time than that storm.
There is limited parking, but an area is designated for busses.
There is handicapped parking near the building and as soon as you get out of your car actually as soon as you pull into the driveway the tree is right there at you so if you drive up to the building you'll be able to get out and park within just a couple of feet from the tree you can get a better picture if you're standing back from it anyway
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Thank God, Edisto Beach wasnt impacted much by Florence. Angel Oak is fine as as Beautiful as ever!
The Angel Oak is not cursed. If I remember correctly it was a marker for slaves on the underground railroad.
I recommend Magnolia Gardens (worth every dime... check Groupon for cheaper prices), Boone Hall Plantation (a little pricey), Drayton Hall, Charles Pickney House (nothing elaborate but its free and a great place for a picnic), the Charleston downtown market, you've got to see rainbow row (all the colored houses.) You can walk down East Bay Street... see the houses, stop at a local shop for a beer or coffee, and continue walking around "the battery" which is a beautiful walk near the water and it ends at a small park. Also, the Arthur Ravenal Jr. bridge is kind of cool to drive over.
Since it's a public domain area, you can take your own pictures...if you want a professional photographer to assist you, seach Google for them within the local area of Johns Island for a scheduled time and fee to take that perfect snapshot! Enjoy!!!
There is public access seven days a week. During holidays, the park is closed. Visitors are welcome to visit the tree free of charge, but donations are welcome to help preserve it for future generations. Check in early December if possible.
Lots of estimates between 300 and 500 years old with most of them leaning more toward the 500 year mark. One estimation suggests as old as 1,500 years old (only one)!
No, I would not recommend driving an RV to the tree. I would park at the church and walk down to the tree. If you are driving a mini bus, you can park by the gate to drop off and pick up.
Yes. We parked right in front of the tree.
I don't know. Never been on that site. Just went to the tree and took pics. Sorry I couldnt help.
No pets are allowed but don't let that cause you to miss this amazing tree
the signs around the tree say over 400 years old and has a life span of 900 years old. Shade of tree is 17000 square feet
The obvious answer is no, but if you do, let us know in advance so we can watch for entertainment when they arrest you.
No places to eat at the tree, but within 5 minutes there are fast food and other restaurants.
Dogs must be on a leash and are only allowed in the designated picnic area. Dogs are not allowed near the tree or under the expanse of the tree's canopy.
I believe so but they must be leashed :)
32°43'01.43", if that's what you are asking..
According to the sign until the storm has passed, when deemed safe, they will re open .
The tea plantation in Charleston is about 20-25 minutes from the Angel oak. Depending on traffic. Both are nice locations for short stops.
You can absolutely take engagement photos at Angel Oak. I would highly suggest going very early in the morning when it is not as busy as well as during the week. You can also request the park ranger to reserve a few moments for you to take photos. Highly suggest it as it is a gorgeous landscape.
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The tree’s name is a reference to the Angel family who once owned the plantation that surrounded this massive treasure
Yes, but it's just as easy to park and walk in. There's no charge for parking.
Free! Really, it's hard to believe but it's true. Also, free parking. Although they do have a gift shop if you choose to visit it.
It is free but they do have a donation box inside their shop. Always good to stick a few dollars in.
Lots of hotel choices. Stayon or near the beaches. It is too cold to swim, but great to walk and the ocean offers up lots of shells this time of year. Try Folly Park Beach, or Kiwah Island. Great food, lively interesting restaurants. A few bargains of season.
The only restrictions that I saw was in the small gift shop on the premises.. There were sighs up saying " No video or pictures of the official photos for sale".
No flooding in this area thankfully.
I have not been there since the hurricane but imagine it did. Hirricane was not at all severe here.
Dogs are not allowed within a hundred feet of the tree itself. They are allowed outside of the tree area
I am not in that area, but I heard it was fine.
Hard ground and grassy areas. Or some light sand. Using rollater for disabled adult was possible.
Perfect no damage
I was Praying not, they got hit hard. I will know in a few days .
Little to none. There are parking lots both inside and outside of the gates. Handicap parking next to the visitor center.
If you park you can actually get up close and personal with the tree. You CAN touch but you can't climb. It's a 400 year old tree... One person climbing makes little difference but when you think of the thousands that visit every year, it would really cause damage.
I've seen folks painting there before. I would call park service to clear to be on safe side...
The oak derives its name from the estate of Justus Angel and his wife, Martha Waight Tucker Angel. ... Despite the claims that the Angel Oakis the oldest tree east of the Mississippi River, bald cypress treesthroughout North and South Carolina are significantly older.
IT'S one trée over 400 years old
No it's one huge tree where the roots grow on top and underneath. It sits by itself in a fence. Its 1,500 sq.ft width and between 400-500 years old. Its an awesome thing of history😍
D. Nation, I am surprised you said no pets at Oak Angel. We took our two dogs all they stated on the sign they must be on leashes. We have pictures of them with the tree
It is less than 1 acre. The tree produces a shade area of about 17,200 square feet. So, approximately .4 acres.
In the gift shop they have historical info and online...
You could buy a little one but you would have to live 500 years to see it that size
Im not sure if its been in any movies but it is featured in the book The Heart of A Child by Emily Nelson.
Yes, you make take pictures near the tree...just no climbing
No, there are a few more that are older on the east coast, several more on the west, and there are trees thousands of years old in Europe.
Not at this time in the year. Most have been raked up or crushed under foot
The oak derives its name from the estate of Justus Angel and his wife, Martha Waight Tucker Angel.
U can fit way more than 5 ppl in front of it! Its big!
Advertised as 400 years old. It is actually several trees that grew together as one. The trunk circumference is massive.
No one is allowed to climb, sit, stand or even lean on the tree.
They have locally made baskets , local photographer's pictures , postcards , books some coffee cups , food etc .
Estimated to be 300 to 400 years old
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