Moonlit Walks Through Beaufort’s Moss‑Lined Streets — Storytellers, Spirits and a Community Cause

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Moonlit Walks Through Beaufort’s Moss‑Lined Streets — Storytellers, Spirits and a Community Cause

An evening walking tour of Beaufort’s historic district that pairs resident storytellers and local lore with a fundraiser for the Child Abuse Prevention Association; tours depart from Cannon Park beginning at 7:00 pm and run every 20 minutes, each roughly one hour long.

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Moonlit Walks Through Beaufort’s Moss‑Lined Streets — Storytellers, Spirits and a Community Cause.

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Location
Beaufort
Operator
Exchange Club of Beaufort
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Winding under draped live oak and Spanish moss, Beaufort’s historic district is the setting for an atmospheric guided walk where local storytellers unfold haunting tales gathered from the town’s residents. Presented by the Exchange Club of Beaufort as an annual community event, the Walking Ghost Tour combines a measured, narrative-led stroll through the town with fundraising for the Child Abuse Prevention Association.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE SETTING

Moss‑lined streets after dark

The tour moves through Beaufort’s historic district along streets shaded by live oak and Spanish moss, an atmospheric urban woodland that frames the evening’s stories and occasional reported sightings.

THE STORIES

Local storytellers and reputed hauntings

Narration comes from residents and local storytellers who share the haunting lore of Beaufort—personal recollections and community legends that give the walk its compelling, eerie cadence.

THE CAUSE

A night that gives back

Organized by the Exchange Club of Beaufort as part of its annual program, the event benefits the Child Abuse Prevention Association, combining local heritage interpretation with community fundraising.

What the day feels like

What the evening feels like

You gather at a central park, fall into a small group with a guide, and walk the quiet streets as narration alternates between local history and ghostly anecdote; departures begin in the early evening and the format repeats every 20 minutes so the overall event runs across the night.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who the tour suits — and when to reconsider

1
History & lore seekersIdeal for visitors who want first‑hand storytelling rooted in Beaufort’s local memory and atmospheric evening walks; the format emphasizes narration over physical challenge.
2
Families with older childrenAppropriate for families, particularly older children and teens who can walk for about an hour and handle low‑light streets; organizers have not listed specific age restrictions in the provided information.
3
Those seeking thrillsGood for travelers looking for spooky ambiance rather than formal paranormal investigation—expect storytelling and local lore rather than guaranteed supernatural encounters.
4
People with limited mobilityNot ideal for anyone who cannot manage an hour of walking or who needs continuous wheelchair access, as the event is a walking tour through historic streets; no special accessibility provisions are detailed in the provided material.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & departures

Tours begin at 7:00 pm and depart every 20 minutes; the overall visit for a single departure lasts approximately one hour.

Meeting point

All walks leave from Cannon Park (across the street from 611 Bay Street).

Cost & operator

The Walking Ghost Tour is presented by the Exchange Club of Beaufort; published information lists a ticket price of $20.

Purpose & beneficiary

This annual event benefits the Child Abuse Prevention Association, combining local storytelling with community fundraising.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

When do tours start and how often do they depart?

Tours begin at 7:00 pm and depart every 20 minutes between scheduled hours.

How long is a single Walking Ghost Tour?

Each tour lasts approximately one hour.

Where do I meet the tour group?

All tours assemble and depart from Cannon Park, across the street from 611 Bay Street.

Who runs the Walking Ghost Tour and what does it support?

The Exchange Club of Beaufort presents the event, and proceeds benefit the Child Abuse Prevention Association.

How much does the tour cost?

Published information lists the ticket price at $20.

Will I see real hauntings on the tour?

Guides present local hauntings and occasional reported visions as part of the storytelling, but specific supernatural sightings are not guaranteed.