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Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

Designation: National Historic Site

Location: South Carolina

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📘 Park Overview

Charles Pinckney was a principal author and signer of the United States Constitution and went on to be a political leader in South Carolina for over 40 years. The park preserves Snee Farm, one of his plantation properties, where visitors can learn about the politician's influences on Charleston, the African people he enslaved, plantation operations, and the legacy of Pinckney's life.

🌤 Weather Information

Winters are generally mild. Summers are hot and humid.

🚗 Directions

The park is located on the south side of Long Point Road .7 miles from US Highway 17, or 3 miles if coming from I-526.

Images

1828 Lowcountry cottage and grounds

The historic house serves as the park's visitor center and features exhibits, film options, and a museum shop.

Credit: NPS Photo

Charles Pinckney portrait

American founding father, Charles Pinckney, was a contributing author and signer of the U.S. Constitution.

Credit: New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Live Oak

Spanish Moss drape Live Oak in the early morning sun.

Credit: NPS Photo

Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)

Flowering plants, like this Southern Magnolia, are remnant of historic ornamental gardens once enjoyed by former farm owners and still marveled over by modern visitors.

Credit: NPS Photo

Corn Crib

Snee Farm, once owned by Charles Pinckney, was a working farm for over 200 years. This corn crib, built in 1910, is one of the few remaining structures of a bygone era.

Credit: NPS Photo

Boardwalk and Marsh

A .25 mile loop trail is a popular activity for visitors to enjoy the grounds and see points of cultural and natural interest along the way.

Credit: NPS Photo.

Activities

Topics

Operating Hours

Sunday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
9:00AM - 5:00PM

Entrance Fees

No entrance fees listed.

Entrance Passes

No entrance passes listed.

3-Day Weather Forecast

Monday, May 25

Sunny

Sunny

High: 84.7°F | Low: 75.2°F

Humidity: 88%

Wind: 15.9 mph

Rain Chance: 0%

UV Index: 9.6

Sunrise: 06:14 AM

Sunset: 08:17 PM

Moon: Waxing Gibbous (74%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 76.2°F

Cloud Cover: 0%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Tuesday, May 26

Patchy rain nearby

Patchy rain nearby

High: 80°F | Low: 75.9°F

Humidity: 83%

Wind: 16.3 mph

Rain Chance: 89%

UV Index: 9.2

Sunrise: 06:13 AM

Sunset: 08:18 PM

Moon: Waxing Gibbous (83%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 74.5°F

Cloud Cover: 89%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Wednesday, May 27

Patchy rain nearby

Patchy rain nearby

High: 80.6°F | Low: 75.5°F

Humidity: 84%

Wind: 15.9 mph

Rain Chance: 84%

UV Index: 10.1

Sunrise: 06:13 AM

Sunset: 08:19 PM

Moon: Waxing Gibbous (90%)

Visibility: 6 mi

Dew Point: 74.8°F

Cloud Cover: 84%

Pressure: N/A mb

Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A

Ozone: N/A

EPA Index: N/A

Park Alerts

All Charleston National Park Sites Closed 1/31-2/2 Park Closure
Due to forecasted inclement weather, all Charleston area National Park sites will be closed from Saturday, January 31, through Monday, February 2, 2026. The Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, which is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, will re-open on Wednesday, Feburary 4.

Visitor Center & Contacts

📍 Physical Address:
1254 Long Point Road
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

🏤 Mailing Address:
1214 Middle Street
Sullivan's Island, SC 29482

📞 Voice Phone: 8435770242

📞 Fax Phone: 8438817070

✉️ Email: chpi_information@nps.gov

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