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National Historic Site · South Carolina

Charles Pinckney National Historic Site

National Historic Site in South Carolina. No entrance fee.

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TypeNational Historic Site
StateSouth Carolina
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkCongaree (85 mi)
Closest airportCHS (13 mi)
1828 Lowcountry cottage and grounds
The historic house serves as the park's visitor center and features exhibits, film options, and a museum shop. Photo: NPS Photo

Charles Pinckney National Historic Site is a national historic site run by the National Park Service in South Carolina.

In the park service’s words

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.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Mon Closed; Tue Closed; Wed 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Thu 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Fri 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Sat 9:00AM - 5:00PM; Sun 9:00AM - 5:00PM. The historic home (Visitor Center) is open seasonally. For the 2026 season, the Visitor Center will be open five days a week Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.. The season begins on Friday, May 1, 2026 and ends on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Park grounds are open Wednesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The entrance gate to the parking lot will be locked when the grounds are closed.

Getting there

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.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Charleston International Airport (CHS) Charleston, SC No road route 13 Large hub
Hilton Head Airport (HHH) Hilton Head Island, SC No road route 67 Regional
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) Myrtle Beach, SC No road route 77 Large hub

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • Charles Pinckney National Historic Site Visitor Center: Mon Closed; Tue Closed; Wed 9:00AM - 4:30PM; Thu 9:00AM - 4:30PM; Fri 9:00AM - 4:30PM; Sat 9:00AM - 4:30PM; Sun 9:00AM - 4:30PM. The historic home (Visitor Center) is open seasonally. For the 2026 season, the Visitor Center will be open five days a week Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.. The season begins on Friday, May 1, 2026 and ends on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Park grounds are open Wednesday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The entrance gate to the parking lot will be locked when the grounds are closed.

Weather

Winters are generally mild. Summers are hot and humid.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Congaree, about 85 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Charles Pinckney National Historic Site?

No entrance fee.

Where is Charles Pinckney National Historic Site?

In South Carolina. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Charleston International Airport, about 13 miles away.

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