Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park

Very pretty waterfront. Lived the swing benches! The area is quieter than I expected. Fun to see the bridge Forest ran over that was supposed to be the Mississippi.

What a wonderful place to spend time. The park was spacious with plenty of seating. The children’s playground was top notch and accommodated my toddler as well as my elementary school-​aged child. We walked the bridge and strolled the park for over 2 hours. My son and I enjoyed reading all the historic markers and the bench swings were a unique gem that sets this space apart. We love visiting Beaufort and look forward to strolling through this park again!

My wife and I were out on our adventure in Beaufort when on Bay street we discovered this park. First thing we saw was the play ground! Massive and it looked like it was a fun one to play on too. We always are scouting areas to bring our grandchildren too and this will be one of them! This park is located in downtown Beaufort along the waters of the Beaufort River. This super large park provides an amazing view of the Beaufort River, the Woods Memorial Bridge, the western tip of Lady’s Island, the eastern side of Port Royal Island and the northern tip of Paris Island.
Big shade trees swaying in the sea breeze provide a relaxing atmosphere. Other amenities include public restrooms (my favorite)(Very clean and good smelling!), a variety of flower gardens, shrubs and plants, a stage for performances, a pavilion for displays, and a grassed amphitheater for picnicking, band concert or just to goof off. they also have these really cool swings, as a reminder during certain times of the year when it is warm, remember to bring bug spray. The gnats can carry you away! We are bringing our grandchildren here for a day trip in the summer. Stop on by there are plenty of coffee shops that are right on the park, enjoy!

We stopped at this park on our way back to Charleston from Hilton Head. We grabbed some smoothies at Common Ground, a cute coffee shop along the edge of the park, and headed to the large, fenced in playground.
After playing for a bit, we headed down the walkway along the water. There are lots of swings (they fit 4 – 5 people) and open areas for people to sit, relax and enjoy the view.
I loved the section of the park with the plaques giving the history of the area over the centuries.
Great quick (and our first ever) stop in Beaufort– will definitely be back to explore more!

Loved this waterfront park with fun swings for all to enjoy as you soak in the views. I imagine sunset over the waterfront in the golden light is stunning!

This sweet little waterfront park is great in Beaufort. There are many swings that you can sit on that look out onto the water. The walkway is directly next to the water and spans the entire park. There is lots of open space where you can hang out, eat, play sports. There are a few bars and restaurants along the park as well. This place is family friendly and has a playground near by as well.

Wonderful park in downtown Beaufort. Can get a little crowded during festivals but a treasure any other time. Toward the bridge is a great play park with lots of shade.

This park is a jewel in downtown Beaufort. It is beautifully executed and spans several acres overlooking the Beaufort River and the Intracoastal Waterway.
What’s wonderful about this park is that is woven seamlessly into the fabric of the downtown area. Shopping, businesses, restaurants and this park make for such a pleasant town.
There is a promenade along the water where you’ll see people taking a stroll or jogging while taking in views of the water, the Woods Memorial Bridge, the tip of Lady’s Island and Port Royal.
You’ll see plenty of boats gliding through the Intercoastal Waterway, you can watch people fishing or just relaxing on one of the many benches or swings that are provided. I loved the swings!
There are gorgeous oak trees dripping with Spanish moss and lots of other greenery and beautiful flowers.
There is a children’s playground, a stage and pavilion for events and a lot of open grassy areas. There are shaded tables where it’s nice to have a picnic
And there are clean public bathrooms nearby.
There are some historical markers detailing local historical events placed amidst more lovely plantings.
The landscape design is quite well executed.
While we were there we saw some people setting up for something. When we asked, we were told a church was holding a function in the park later that day. We learned that you can rent portions of this park for to hold events.
This park is well-​thought out, beautifully built and impeccably kept up. It’s a delightful outdoor oasis.

This is a great public area, with nice views of the sunset over the marina. There are shaded tables for a great picnic. With several restaurants bordering the town side, you have easy access to food, drink and music.

I grew up within walking distance and have been going to the Waterfront Park for as long as I can remember. They did a huge renovation about 6 years ago, but thank goodness they kept the swings, which are my favorite part of the park. I’ve spent many hours on them just watching the boats go by. I also love to dine at the many food establishments that line the park. Go grab lunch or dinner and a ice cream to walk around the park with. Then grab a swing and enjoy nice conversation or just the view! The playground is also pretty great if you are at the park with kids. The grassy park is a great place to play frisbee or other games.

This is a wonderful place to spend time, whether a lot or a little! The long park is characterized most by its wide walkway and beautiful views across Beaufort River, from the swinging bridge (which is fun to watch open and close) to the old homes behind small, tree-​lined roads. There’re loads of swinging benches along the length of the walkway, hanging under ivy covered trellises, which can be in turn fun, relaxing, or romantic. On the town side of the walkway, there’s a grassy park, with a couple playgrounds and lots of space to run around, stroll, or rest, as well as an area that looks like it’s made for outdoor concerts, markets, or meeting areas. There’re a few parking lots nearby and lots of pass-​throughs to Bay St.

LOVE the Waterfront park. They take really good care of it. I take my daughter down here often for just «mama/​daughter» time. She is 11 and loves the park and just walking on the waterfront. We sit in the swings and watch the drawbridge turn, we walk over the bridge, eat outside at one of the many yummy restaurants. It is great for family time or romantic time with your significant other. We recently took our lawn chairs and enjoyed the Lt Dan Band concert. There is always something going on. They have a lot of festivals, concerts, movie nights, etc. Check it out! We have been here a little over a year and really enjoy it!

I love, love, love all of the improvements they’ve made to the waterfront.
A wonderful brick path is flanked by giant swings that make me want to find a beau and while away the hours in their shade. There’s a grassy common where children in perfectly pressed clothes can run and play under their parents’ watchful eyes. Of course, they’ve taken history in to account with plenty of old live oak trees, as any good Lowcountry park should have. I’ve already seen a few weddings take place under the pavilion, with the stunning bay and marina as the perfect backdrop. And you can always nab a spot on the patio at Plum’s or Panini’s to sip on a drink and take it all in.

Despite the big hoopla about the renovation, it really isn’t all that different than before it was renovated. Just kept cleaner and a tad more updated. I like the big open area for the kids to just run and get rid of all that extra energy. The children’s park is enclosed and easy to watch your kids from all sides. I like that the children’s playground is right next to the bathrooms. You know how kids try to wait til the last minute when playing outside. The different playthings in the playground are for mobile babies on up to your school age children. Even parents will jump on the twirling… thing. If you go there, you’ll know what I mean. The best part of the entire thing is that Common Grounds is within walking distance. I like the different events and festivities that are held at the park. Used book sale, movie nights, Water Festival, fun family stuff. If you do get the chance to see the water festival don’t let them fool you, it’s reggae tuesday not carribean monday lol Locals know why it was changed… ;)

Henry C Chambers Waterfront Park was recently rennovated and the transformation was dramatic.
The park consist of live oak lined and waterfront walking paths, a children’s playground, a pavillion, tables for outdoor dining, several swings overlooking the water, and tons of open green space with breath-​taking views of The Beaufort River/​ICW.
Waterfront Park is the site for many of the festivals in Beaufort South Carolina to include: Water Festival in July and Shrimp Festival in October.
When visiting Beaufort, make sure to take time to visit the Henry C Chambers Waterfront Park.
Some restaurants that overlook Waterfront Park are: Plums, Luthers, Paninis, and Saltus.

Along the waterfront, on Beaufort’s historic district, there is a redone park. Benches line a few areas of the park, swings other sections. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch the bridge opening while the kids play in the playground.
There isn’t much to do — but if you have some food from one of the many restaurants along Bay Street, you can sit in the park and eat it (you could even bring a picnic lunch if you like), but it’s a great place just to sit and relax. Not terribly quiet, as you’ll get noise from the roads, and there can be some construction noise too. But there are lots of places to just sit and kick back.