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Experts estimate that the tree is likely between 300 and 500 years old.
Anyone who has faced the challenges of a tropical storm or hurricane will attest that enduring Mother Nature’s fury in such close proximity to the ocean for an extended period is truly remarkable.
When you find yourself in the Lowcountry, take a trip to Johns Island and stop by Angel Oak Park.
It can get quite crowded, but people are courteous and usually wait their turn, allowing space for others to snap pictures by the massive trunk of the tree.
The last recorded circumference of the trunk was an impressive 25.5 feet!
How many individuals would be necessary to join arms and form a complete ring around the trunk?
The tree’s longest branch, recorded in the most recent measurement, extended over half the length of a football field, reaching an impressive 187 feet!
The branches are as thick as standard tree trunks, extending across the park in all directions, dipping underground before reemerging a short distance away.
According to the latest measurements, the canopy of the Angel Oak provides a remarkable shade area of 17,000 square feet on bright, sunny days.
(For reference, that’s nearly a third of the length of a football field…)
Angel Oak Park is a lovely spot to enjoy for an hour or so before exploring more attractions in the surrounding area.
The park is not open on Wednesdays. It is accessible to the public at no charge during standard operating hours. Donations are welcomed.
Angel Oak is a delightful addition to the City of Charleston’s impressive collection of parks.