In just a few months, Charleston County will have access to more green spaces and better protected ecosystems, thanks to the Lowcountry Land Trust. The Charleston-area nonprofit announced more than $8.5 million in Charleston County Greenbelt funds for eight conservation projects.
Lowcountry Land Trust works with local leaders and landowners to preserve nature and protect ecosystems, cultural heritage + enhance public access to green spaces.
Fun Fact: The following eight properties are slated for permanent protection by June 2025.
Holly Grove | This plot will add 35 acres to Caw Caw Interpretive County Park in Ravenel.
Red Top Park | This park will be a permanent public green space in Charleston County’s historic Red Top Community.
Oscar’s Place | This stretch of land will protect ~50 acres on Johns Island.
Grayson Oaks | Protecting this 94-acre farm on Johns Island will help address South Carolina’s agricultural land loss issues.
Main Road Park | This land will shape 40 acres on Johns Island into a multi-use recreational space.
Farm at McClellanville | The open space between the town’s greenway and the in-progress Carolina Seafood project will be protected.
Carolina Seafood | This project will preserve McClellanville’s scenic gateway along US Highway 17.
Fairfield II | This effort will protect 254 acres along the South Santee River and US Highway 17.
Take a closer look at each project + how much funding they received.
