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Beaufort County Completes $4.75M Restoration of Historic Hunting Island Lighthouse

The historic Hunting Island Lighthouse has reopened to the public in Beaufort County following a $4.75 million renovation project.

By Colin Percy · May 27, 2026

The Hunting Island Lighthouse has officially reopened to visitors after an extensive $4.75 million restoration effort. The structure had been closed to the public since 2022 due to safety concerns regarding its interior, which prompted the comprehensive repair project overseen by South Carolina State Parks.

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