Hunting Island Light Station
The Hunting Island Lighthouse guided
mariners along the stretch of the South
Carolina coast for many years. The first
lighthouse, constructed of brick and
completed in 1859, was demolished by
Confederate troops during the early days
of the Civil War.
This lighthouse, built of interlocking cast
iron plates,was completed in 1875. The
light station was originally located on the
northern end of the island, but severe
beach erosion forced its relocation to
this site in 1889. The Hunting Island light
continued to aid navigators until 1933 when
a buoy took over its function.
In addition to the lighthouse, the light
station included housing for the staff,
supplies and equipment necessary to keep
the light burning. Within this fence are the
remaining original buildings and archaeological
traces of the Hunting Island Light Station.
(text at left)
Help us preserve the the past
The hunting Island Light Station is listed on
the National Register of Historic Places as
an important part of our nation's past.
Please help us preserve it for future generations.
Treat the buildings with respect and care. Digging
and the use of metal detectors are prohibited on
the site.
Marker can be reached from N. Beach Drive.
Courtesy hmdb.org
