Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site

Category: State park

Address: 300 State Park Rd, Summerville, SC 29485, USA

Phone: +18438731740

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–6PM

Monday: 9AM–6PM

Tuesday: 9AM–6PM

Wednesday: 9AM–6PM

Thursday: 9AM–6PM

Friday: 9AM–6PM

Saturday: 9AM–6PM

Reviews

Lance Graham

Oct 2, 2022

A fascinating little area that features a self-guided walking tour through the remains of this 18th century settlement. The location itself is quite scenic and peaceful, being located right along the river - I noticed many of the people there (it was by no means busy when I went on a Saturday) seemed to just be there to enjoy the nature. A very worthwhile stopover if you're interested in the area's history. There was no gate or park ranger, although visiting here does cost $3 per adult, paid on the honour system via drop envelope.

Preston Rachel

Sep 30, 2022

We came on a Friday morning and it was great because we pretty much had the park to ourselves.

Becky

Sep 19, 2022

A very peaceful and nice area to learn some history. Pet friendly.

Stevie Schmidt

Sep 18, 2022

Not much to see but its a pretty park and a nice drive to get there

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Questions & Answers

Can you fish here?

Shawn Robertson | Oct 2, 2021
Mikaela Groomes | Jan 5, 2022

Per their website: "Yes, fishing is allowed at Colonial Dorchester. To protect the natural and historical resources, fishing should be limited to the area behind the fort or the area behind the restrooms. A South Carolina freshwater fishing license is required."

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can you participate in an archaeological dig?

Susan Astor | Oct 3, 2019
Mr. B | Oct 2, 2020

Found this on the official site I hope this helps. Cheers Archaeology: Archaeology is on-going at Colonial Dorchester. Programs are offered throughout the year, giving visitors an up-close experience. For more information, please view our programs and events listings by clicking on the left-hand programs and events tab.

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Are dogs allowed

Jennifer Roach | Oct 3, 2018
Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site | Oct 3, 2018

Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife.

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Parks you can have picnics at. And grill food.

Michael Avery | Oct 3, 2018
Joe McCranie | Oct 3, 2018

Picnics, kayak and can now access to river. Fishing. No camping and no grilling.

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Is there camping at this state park tent camping

Heber Hostetler | Mar 6, 2022
Pattie Anderson | Mar 6, 2022

No, you can't stay here after the park closes.

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Is there showers

Mike Dixon | Jan 5, 2022
Char Wyda | Jan 5, 2022

No showers. Alot of gators by waterways.

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Can you get married at this park?

Lynette Bassett | Oct 2, 2021
Tilatiger Fogle | Oct 2, 2021

My brother did once. Not to jinx you but the marriage didn't make it..place might be cursed. (Or one of the 2 of them were just horrible people..you decide..did make some pretty pictures though 🤔😁) CONGRATS!

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What are the fees

Fred Ruddock | Oct 3, 2019
Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site | Oct 3, 2019

Admission is: $2 adults; $1.25 SC seniors; age 15 & younger free For more info, visit our website at: https://southcarolinaparks.com/colonial-dorchester

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Is the park pet frendly

Kevin Brewer | Oct 3, 2018
Tamara Bowie | Oct 3, 2018

Yes it is

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Can you have pictures taken there or do you just have to take your own?

Amy Johnson Gerhardt | Oct 3, 2018
Jeremy osiborski | Oct 3, 2018

Its just a state park so you will have to bring a photographer/take your own either way

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whats the cost of admission

MrJwcrock99 | Oct 3, 2018
Joe McCranie | Oct 3, 2018

$2.00, it's a great park that still has active digs/excavation slowly revealing the layout of the city that waa there. Great place to enjoy some family time. You can alsi Kayak there or put kayaks in.

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Was Kelly or pringle a slave name

Linda Gstohl-Moye | Oct 3, 2018
Glenn Rauhofer | Oct 3, 2018

I think pringle was all the pringles i know are black

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What is the distance of the self guided walking tour? The brochure doesn't specify.

Rosanne M. | Oct 3, 2018
Chris Riggs | Oct 3, 2018

It is a beautiful casual walk.

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We're is black River

Wanda James | Oct 3, 2018
Heather Williams | Oct 3, 2018

Not near this park, you might want to Google that first.. see below... The Black River is a 151-mile-long blackwater river in South Carolina in the United States. It courses through Sumter, Clarendon, and Williamsburg counties before merging with the Great Pee Dee River in Georgetown County.

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How much to get in

Barbara Slack | Oct 3, 2018
Patrick Daily | Oct 3, 2018

There's a box at the front, $2 suggested donation.

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Can you go fishing here

Roxy Dupree | Oct 3, 2017
Cheryl Oliver | Oct 3, 2017

Yes with a permit, beware of alligators.

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