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Beach Day

Four beaches, ranked by what you actually want from one.

Folly for the surf town, Sullivan's for the calm, IoP for the families, Kiawah for the silence. Pick the one that matches the day.

  1. 01
    BeachesFolly Beach

    Folly Beach

    Folly Beach

    Surf town. Park early, walk the pier, eat tacos at Chico Feo on the way home.

    1.0 · 1
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    BeachesSullivan's Island

    Sullivan's Island

    Sullivan's Island

    Wide, quiet, no high-rises. Two restaurants. Walk on at Station 22 and head left.

    5.0 · 1
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    BeachesIsle of Palms

    Isle of Palms

    Isle of Palms

    Family-friendly. The county park at the north end is the best public access in the area.

    5.0 · 1
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    Things To Do8 Beachwalker Dr, Kiawah Island

    Kiawah Beachwalker Park

    Kiawah Beachwalker Park

    Drive 45 minutes for ten miles of hard-packed sand and dolphins in the surf. Worth it.

    4.7 · 242
    4.7242 ratingsRead

Last updated April 26, 2026