Blessing Park

Nestled along the Cooper River corridor in Huger, South Carolina, historic Blessing Park represents an exciting new chapter in land conservation and public access in Berkeley County. Spanning approximately 628 acres, this remarkable property brings together centuries of history, natural beauty, and a commitment to protecting the landscapes that define the Lowcountry.

Located within the 33,000-acre Cooper River Historic District, Blessing's documented history dates back to 1682, when Jonah Lynch received a land grant for an area known as "Mattesaw" or "the Blessing." Over the centuries, the property became connected to the historic Blessing, Cedar Hill, and Cherry Hill plantations. Today, its landscape includes former rice fields, historic structures, archaeological resources, a historic African American church and adjoining cemetery, and approximately one mile of waterfront along French Quarter Creek.

Through a partnership between Berkeley County and the Open Space Institute, this historic property has been acquired for permanent protection and will ultimately become a new Berkeley County public park. Plans envision a passive park that preserves the property's natural and historic character while creating opportunities for public recreation, including fishing, kayaking, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. Future amenities and public access will be determined through Berkeley County's master planning process.

Blessing Park is also part of a much larger conservation success story along the Cooper River. For more than three decades, landowners, conservation organizations, and public partners have worked together to protect nearly 60,000 acres along the river corridor, creating an almost uninterrupted 30-mile stretch of protected landscapes along its East and West branches. These efforts help safeguard forests, wetlands, wildlife habitats, historic sites, and scenic waterways as the surrounding region continues to grow.

The protection of Blessing Park reflects the power of conservation partnerships and a shared commitment to preserving the places that make South Carolina special.