Sullivan's Island Photography

The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge—the gateway to Charleston—as seen from across the marsh at sunset

The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge—the gateway to Charleston—as seen from across the marsh at sunset.

A Charleston Getaway

We often travel to Charleston for the lowcountry charm and atmosphere. A short hop away is Sullivan’s Island; a fantastic quiet corner of the South, and an incredible place to stay if you want to slow down time and enjoy life. Here’s a selection of pics from around the island, including several from Fort Moultrie—a military base in use through several wars—now a national park and museum.

The Ben Sawyer bridge as seen from across the inlet marsh

The Ben Sawyer bridge as seen from across the inlet marsh.

Aerial view of the Ben Sawyer bridge

Aerial view of the Ben Sawyer bridge.

An aerial view of the Charleston lighthouse at sunset. Also known as the ugliest lighthouse, this modern structure is the only one of its kind to contain a working elevator and air conditioning.

The Charleston lighthouse.

The Charleston lighthouse at sunset.

The old radio and comms room at fort Moultrie.

Powder storage chambers at fort Moultrie.

Semaphore signaling station at fort Moultrie.

An aerial view of the marsh and inlet waterways.

Abandoned battery gun emplacements.

Stella Maris Catholic Church has survived several hurricanes.

Boozy wine slushies at the Co-op.

Secure hallways beneath fort Moultrie.

One of the many cargo ships transporting goods out of Charleston harbor.

A C-17 Globemaster based in Charleston.

A more modern artillery cannon at fort Moultrie.

The US flag flying over fort Moultrie.

Nearby Stella Maris church and an early era cannon.