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Mitchell Playground, Charleston, SC

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Sports & Outdoors

Mitchell Playground

City-run playground and sports park beside an elementary school in Charleston.

145 Fishbourne Street, Charleston, SC 29403 · Charleston, SC

About Mitchell Playground

Mitchell Playground is a public park in Charleston, South Carolina, positioned in front of an elementary school. The grounds include a full basketball court, a large play area, a ball field, and open lawn space. Picnic tables and bike racks are available. The playground building is staffed during set weekday and Saturday hours, and restrooms are usually open during those times.

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