What locals are saying
Station 21 is widely regarded as one of Sullivan's Island's most scenic beach access points, with a lush, vegetation-lined boardwalk, metal handrails, and open views back toward the Sullivan's Island lighthouse. However, locals note the boardwalk needs upkeep — broken and missing boards are a recurring complaint — and parking on Pettigrew St. fills up fast, especially in peak season. It sits conveniently close to the island's main restaurant strip, making it one of the busier and more popular accesses.
On socials
Station 21 draws consistent praise as one of Sullivan's Island's most scenic boardwalk routes — grassy dune lawns and dense maritime vegetation on both sides — but the worn, partially broken boards and the need to balance at the end of the walk come up just as reliably. Its proximity to Middle Street restaurants makes it the de facto lunch-and-beach hub, which also means parking on Pettigrew fills fast on summer weekends.
