Located on the western borders of Charleston's downtown near the Citadel, historic Hampton Park is one of the largest and oldest parks in the city. The 60-acre green oasis is a perfect neighborhood spot for a pick-up game of baseball, a family afternoon picnic, or a leisurely stroll under the shade trees. There is a lovely relaxing pond full of ducks, a romantic gazebo, and plenty of green space for a nap. What is today a relaxing spot has a long and turbulent history that dates from 1700s when it was part of an orange grove plantation owned by local John Gibbes. In 1835, part of the plantation was converted into the Washington Race Course. During the last days of the American Civil War, the entire area was used as a prisoner-of-war camp. Over two hundred Union soldiers died and were buried in the camp.
Hampton Park , 30 Mary Murray Dr, Charleston, SC 29403
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