Best of the Beaches in Charleston SC

Let's talk about Beaches!

Do you want to head to the beach? Which one? Is it crowded? There is a great app that will give you the latest information on Folly Beach, Sullivans IS, and IOP. This app does not include every beach in the area, but it does have information on the three largest. With the beach reach app, you will be able to check traffic going in and out of the beach areas. Not sure how to get to one of the beaches? This app will give you directions, tell you about places to see and eat while you are there.

With the Beach policies changing with Covid-19, you can read the latest updates and maps. Also, search the webcams to see if the area crowded.

To get the app, simply search "Beach Reach"... 

What is the best beach in Charleston SC?

• Kiawah Beachwalker Park
• Folly Beach
• Edisto Beach
• Isle of Palms
• Seabrook Island
• Capers Island
• Bulls Island
• Sullivan's Island

As you drive around to the area beaches, if you are like me, I want to live there! I love the app that I can open, and it will tell me what the price is on the homes for sale where I am. Feel free to download: http://app.agentowner.net/AORVIERS

Isle of Palms is more upscale and with more open space. The beach on IOP will be clean and uncrowded. Homes and condos are well maintained. Folly is an old-style beach town popular with the college crowd and with daytrippers from Trip Advisors.

Distance from Charleston?

• Folly Beach - 12 miles and 30 minutes drive time
• Sullivan's Island Beach - 9 miles and 20 minutes drive time
• Isle of Palms Beach - 17 miles and 40 minutes drive time
• Kiawah Island Beach - 28 miles and 50 minutes drive time
• Seabrook Island Beach - 25 miles and 45 minutes drive time
• Edisto Island Beach - 45 miles and 1 hour drive time

So whether you are visiting or living here now, I am sure you will love all the area beaches! One great thing about the South, the weather perfect for walking on the beach even in December.

UPDATE:

There have been some changes to parking in the beach areas; below are some links and information to help you find parking. 

CLICK HERE for IOP Parking Rules

Beach Parking Maps and instructions 
LATEST PARKING CHANGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO TEMPORARY PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PALM BLVD AND BETWEEN 3RD and 9TH AVENUES DUE TO EMERGENCY ORDINANCE 2020-11 

No permit or parking fee exists to park along the public rights-of-way in the following beach parking areas:

3rd Avenue between Ocean Boulevard and Charleston Boulevard
East side of 4th Avenue between Ocean Boulevard and Charleston Boulevard
5th Avenue, between Ocean Boulevard and Carolina Boulevard
6th Avenue, between Ocean Boulevard and Carolina Boulevard
7th Avenue between Ocean Boulevard and Carolina Boulevard
East side of 8th Avenue, between Ocean Boulevard and Carolina Boulevard
East side of 9th Avenue, between Ocean Boulevard and Carolina Boulevard
Palm Boulevard between 21st Avenue and 40th Avenue
Palm Boulevard between 42nd Avenue and 57th Avenue
All vehicles parked in the designated beach parking areas must obey state and local parking regulations posted in those areas.

If you would like more information on buying on one of the area beaches we are here to help. Feel free to call or message us.