Sunset along Sands Beach in Port Royal by James Boatright
It’s no secret that Beaufort SC has some of the best sunset views anywhere. That’s why we’ve put together the best spots to catch this daily masterpiece.
From popular hangouts and parks to semi-secret beaches, these are the top ten places in Beaufort SC to watch the sunset. Make sure to bring your camera because you’ll want to treasure these images well after you leave the Lowcountry.
1. Whitehall Plantation, Lady’s Island
Sunset from Whitehall Plantation can be amazing as the sky fills with color every night over the Beaufort River. Photo by Phil Heim
2. Waterfront Park, Downtown Beaufort
Sunset from Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park can be amazing whether you’re viewing it from the swings, the sea wall or even from the downtown Beaufort marina. Photo by Phil Heim
3. 11th Street Docks, Port Royal
Sunset over our local shrimp boats at the 11th Street docks in Port Royal brings a few of the things we love together in one frame; a beautiful evening sky & our local wooden shrimp boats. Photo by James Boatright
4. Pigeon Point Park & Landing
Beautiful colors fill the sky at sunrise from the landing at Pigeon Point. You just never know what the sky will show you over the Beaufort River. Photo by Billie Hernandez
5. The Sands, Port Royal
You probably visit The Sands on a regular basis, as many of us do. You’ll be happy when visiting in the evening and seeing beautiful skies at sunset behind the observation tower and boardwalk. Photo by James Boatright
6. Lands End Beach, St. Helena Island
A lesser-known spot lies behind Fort Fremont on St. Helena Island. With a big sky above the water, you’ll get to witness many fabulous sunsets from Lands End. Explore Beaufort photo.
7. Broad River Bridge & Landing
Sunset over the Broad River from the landing, by Billie Hernandez
8. Hunting Island State Park
The sun rises in the morning from the beach, and goes down at night over the marshes of the Harbor River and St. Helena Island. Photo taken from Hunting Island State Park by Billie Hernandez.
9. Spanish Moss Trail
If you’re walking along Beaufort’s Spanish Moss Trail at just the right time of the day, you get stunning views like this one. Photo by Billie Hernandez
10. Stephen Elliott Park, Downtown Beaufort
The colors of the sunset fill the sky over the Woods Memorial Bridge and the Beaufort River in downtown Beaufort. Photo taken from Stephen Elliott (Canon) Park by Billie Hernandez.
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