Hunting Island Lighthouse
Beaufort, SC
A black-and-white lighthouse you can climb, above a beach of storm-bleached trees.
- Nearest town
- Beaufort, SC
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 32.3750, -80.4380
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Hunting Island State Park CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Hunting Island LighthouseTentsCaravansWi-Fi
- Tuck In The Wood CampgroundCampsite9 mi from Hunting Island LighthouseWi-Fi
- Edisto Beach State Park Live Oak CampgroundCampsite12 mi from Hunting Island Lighthouse · 50 pitches
- Edisto Beach State Park Beach CampgroundCampsite12 mi from Hunting Island Lighthouse · 67 pitches
- Hilton Head Motorcoach ResortMotorhome stopover24 mi from Hunting Island Lighthouse · 401 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityToiletsWi-Fi
- HHIMR Welcome CenterMotorhome stopover24 mi from Hunting Island Lighthouse · 401 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
All campsites in South Carolina · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Hunting Island Lighthouse?
Hunting Island Lighthouse is in Beaufort, SC, at GPS 32.3750, -80.4380. It is about 35 mi from Tybee Island.
Can you camp near Hunting Island Lighthouse?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Hunting Island State Park Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 8 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Hunting Island Lighthouse?
Hunting Island Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lowcountry: Charleston to Savannah.
What is there to see near Hunting Island Lighthouse?
Places worth a stop nearby: Edisto Beach State Park (12 mi), Beaufort Historic District (14 mi), Harbour Town Lighthouse (27 mi) and Angel Oak (31 mi).
When is the best time to visit Hunting Island Lighthouse?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)