Going to the beach is a popular and favorite past-time for South Carolinians. And, with so many beaches sometimes it is hard to choose where to go or you run into the problem of getting into a rut and go to the same beach over and over again until you believe that is the only beach there is. That’s where I come to the rescue. I have compiled a ‘best of the best’ beach list for you guys; a list of beaches that will knock your socks off. I also took into consideration parents with children, couples, those of us who want a rarely used beach, and those of us who don’t mind and actually want the crowd. Here are the 14 most beautiful beaches in South Carolina:
- Kiawah Island
Allison Carter/Flickr This island has been named the second most romantic beach in America. So, grab your partner and take them to the beach - island style!
- Isle of Palms/Front Beach
Gary Dicer/Flickr A great family beach. There are a load of activities to do in the area and some awesome restaurants as well.
- Folly Beach
Randy OHC/Flickr This beach is usually referred to as “The edge of America” by the locals. This is definitely a family-friendly atmosphere and for all of you surfers out there…bring your surfboard!
- Chaplin Beach, Hilton Head
Jônatas Cunha/Flickr Access to this beach is through Chaplin Community Park. This is another family-friendly area and beach. It provides loads of activities as well as a dog-friendly park so you don’t have to leave your pet behind. There is even a place to rent beach chairs and umbrellas if you need them.
- Coligny Beach, Hilton Head
David/Flickr This beach is for the ones who don’t mind the crowd. It gets pretty busy in the summer, but the beach is beautiful and it is safe for the children. There are excellent restaurants near by and shopping when you are tired of the sand, surf, and sun.
- Sullivan’s Island
James Williams/Flickr Want a getaway from the crowds? Looking for a bit of space? Then this is the beach for you. It is a beautiful sandy beach with minimal rocks so you won’t hurt your feet. Excellent restaurants nearby as well. Hey, you can try Poe’s Tavern while you are in the area and get one of those amazing burgers I wrote about!
- Edisto Beach
Meredith Harris/Flickr This is a nice beach with a playground for children. However, be aware that there is a line of shell that separates you from the beach so be careful and where some sort of beach shoes or it is possible to cut your feet. There is a really nice gift shop just down the beach as well as a really good restaurant. This was my mom’s favorite beach and we would go there at least twice a summer. I miss that.
- Boneyard Beach
nicholas/Flickr This beach is definitely a sight to behold. I would say that it is more for adults and teenagers. You have to take a ferry to get there, but it is well worth it.
- Hunting Island State Park
popofatticus/Flickr This is one of the most popular beaches here in South Carolina. Not only does it have pristine white sandy beaches, but the park also holds the only lighthouse open to the public.
- Huntington Island State Park
Jacklyn Viazanica/Flickr Definitely a family-friendly spot with loads of activities around the bend not to mention the beautiful beach area.
- Fripp Island
Tom Woodward/Flickr This one is definitely a couple’s kind of getaway. Although a popular vacationing spot, it is very quiet and the best way to get around the small island is on a golf cart of bicycle.
- Dewees Island
megananne/Flickr Although, this is a breathtaking beach, you are going to find it difficult to enter. It is all privately owned and therefore you have to request information on accommodations. There is a resort there and you can find more information here.
- Pawley’s Island
gnosis / john r/Flickr Close enough to Myrtle Beach, but just far enough away if you don’t like the crowding of Myrtle Beach.
- Myrtle Beach
Alan Sterling/Flickr A lot of locals tend to either have one or two reactions to just the name of this beach. They are either not going there…ever or they love it. Myrtle Beach is a beautiful beach, but it does tend to get crowded. However, the attractions surrounding the beach will keep you busy for days!
If you haven’t been to any of these beaches, go try it out. You never know if you will like it until you try it. So, get out that swimsuit, bring along the sunscreen, and go have some fun in the sun! South Carolina’s beaches are absolutely stunning!
Allison Carter/Flickr
This island has been named the second most romantic beach in America. So, grab your partner and take them to the beach - island style!
Gary Dicer/Flickr
A great family beach. There are a load of activities to do in the area and some awesome restaurants as well.
Randy OHC/Flickr
This beach is usually referred to as “The edge of America” by the locals. This is definitely a family-friendly atmosphere and for all of you surfers out there…bring your surfboard!
Jônatas Cunha/Flickr
Access to this beach is through Chaplin Community Park. This is another family-friendly area and beach. It provides loads of activities as well as a dog-friendly park so you don’t have to leave your pet behind. There is even a place to rent beach chairs and umbrellas if you need them.
David/Flickr
This beach is for the ones who don’t mind the crowd. It gets pretty busy in the summer, but the beach is beautiful and it is safe for the children. There are excellent restaurants near by and shopping when you are tired of the sand, surf, and sun.
James Williams/Flickr
Want a getaway from the crowds? Looking for a bit of space? Then this is the beach for you. It is a beautiful sandy beach with minimal rocks so you won’t hurt your feet. Excellent restaurants nearby as well. Hey, you can try Poe’s Tavern while you are in the area and get one of those amazing burgers I wrote about!
Meredith Harris/Flickr
This is a nice beach with a playground for children. However, be aware that there is a line of shell that separates you from the beach so be careful and where some sort of beach shoes or it is possible to cut your feet. There is a really nice gift shop just down the beach as well as a really good restaurant. This was my mom’s favorite beach and we would go there at least twice a summer. I miss that.
nicholas/Flickr
This beach is definitely a sight to behold. I would say that it is more for adults and teenagers. You have to take a ferry to get there, but it is well worth it.
popofatticus/Flickr
This is one of the most popular beaches here in South Carolina. Not only does it have pristine white sandy beaches, but the park also holds the only lighthouse open to the public.
Jacklyn Viazanica/Flickr
Definitely a family-friendly spot with loads of activities around the bend not to mention the beautiful beach area.
Tom Woodward/Flickr
This one is definitely a couple’s kind of getaway. Although a popular vacationing spot, it is very quiet and the best way to get around the small island is on a golf cart of bicycle.
megananne/Flickr
Although, this is a breathtaking beach, you are going to find it difficult to enter. It is all privately owned and therefore you have to request information on accommodations. There is a resort there and you can find more information here.
gnosis / john r/Flickr
Close enough to Myrtle Beach, but just far enough away if you don’t like the crowding of Myrtle Beach.
Alan Sterling/Flickr
A lot of locals tend to either have one or two reactions to just the name of this beach. They are either not going there…ever or they love it. Myrtle Beach is a beautiful beach, but it does tend to get crowded. However, the attractions surrounding the beach will keep you busy for days!
Here are more great day trips in South Carolina you can take for some fun on those sunny days.
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Address: Kiawah Island, SC, USAAddress: Isle of Palms Beach, Isle of Palms, SC 29451, USAAddress: Folly Beach, SC, USAAddress: Chaplin Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926, USAAddress: Coligny Beach Park, 1 Coligny Circle, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928, USAAddress: Sullivan’s Island, SC, USAAddress: Edisto Beach, SC, USAAddress: Lighthouse Rd, Awendaw, SC 29429, USAAddress: Hunting Island State Park, 2555 Sea Island Pkwy, St Helena Island, SC 29920, USAAddress: Hunting Island, South Carolina 29920, USAAddress: Fripp Island, South Carolina 29920, USAAddress: Dewees Island, South Carolina 29451, USAAddress: Pawleys Island, SC, USAAddress: Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
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Most Beautiful Beaches In South Carolina November 20, 2020 Leah Where can I find the bluest water in South Carolina? Along with the best beaches in South Carolina, you can enjoy some of the state’s many lakes - including one that has the bluest water in all of SC. Lake Keowee, located in the Upstate, is said to have the deepest blue shade of water, resulting in a beautiful sight to all who visit. The shorelines are strikingly red, adding to the gorgeous contrast that is the colors of the lake. Visitors of the lake can expect to enjoy all of its amenities, from great swimming spots to boat launch docks for a day out on the water. There are restaurants along the water as well as houses with stellar views. You could easily spend all day at this sapphire beauty. Which beach in South Carolina has the most pristine sand? If you have the opportunity to visit the most beautiful places in South Carolina, consider hitting up the beach with the whitest, most pristine sand. Coligny Beach Park is said to have the brightest sand along South Carolina’s coast. It’s easy to access with plenty of amenities to make your beach trip a great one, especially once your feet hit those soft, white sands. The park has showers, changing rooms, walkways over the sand for those in wheelchairs or similar, and even free wi-fi. What more could you ask for? Coligny Beach is simply perfect for a relaxing day by the waves. What is the weather like in South Carolina in the summer? Plan on taking a beach day trip in South Carolina sometime this year? Thanks to the state’s mild winters, you can visit the coast outside of just summer, however, it’s no secret that summer tends to be the best time to go. It’s generally quite warm in the Palmetto State during summer. Daily temperatures can easily exceed 90 degrees, so be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and water. The hottest month of the year is usually July. What better way to remedy those sweltering days than a beach trip? Cool off, soak up some rays, and just enjoy the sights and sounds of South Carolina’s beaches.
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Most Beautiful Beaches In South Carolina
November 20, 2020
Leah
Where can I find the bluest water in South Carolina? Along with the best beaches in South Carolina, you can enjoy some of the state’s many lakes - including one that has the bluest water in all of SC. Lake Keowee, located in the Upstate, is said to have the deepest blue shade of water, resulting in a beautiful sight to all who visit. The shorelines are strikingly red, adding to the gorgeous contrast that is the colors of the lake. Visitors of the lake can expect to enjoy all of its amenities, from great swimming spots to boat launch docks for a day out on the water. There are restaurants along the water as well as houses with stellar views. You could easily spend all day at this sapphire beauty. Which beach in South Carolina has the most pristine sand? If you have the opportunity to visit the most beautiful places in South Carolina, consider hitting up the beach with the whitest, most pristine sand. Coligny Beach Park is said to have the brightest sand along South Carolina’s coast. It’s easy to access with plenty of amenities to make your beach trip a great one, especially once your feet hit those soft, white sands. The park has showers, changing rooms, walkways over the sand for those in wheelchairs or similar, and even free wi-fi. What more could you ask for? Coligny Beach is simply perfect for a relaxing day by the waves. What is the weather like in South Carolina in the summer? Plan on taking a beach day trip in South Carolina sometime this year? Thanks to the state’s mild winters, you can visit the coast outside of just summer, however, it’s no secret that summer tends to be the best time to go. It’s generally quite warm in the Palmetto State during summer. Daily temperatures can easily exceed 90 degrees, so be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and water. The hottest month of the year is usually July. What better way to remedy those sweltering days than a beach trip? Cool off, soak up some rays, and just enjoy the sights and sounds of South Carolina’s beaches.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Along with the best beaches in South Carolina, you can enjoy some of the state’s many lakes - including one that has the bluest water in all of SC. Lake Keowee, located in the Upstate, is said to have the deepest blue shade of water, resulting in a beautiful sight to all who visit. The shorelines are strikingly red, adding to the gorgeous contrast that is the colors of the lake. Visitors of the lake can expect to enjoy all of its amenities, from great swimming spots to boat launch docks for a day out on the water. There are restaurants along the water as well as houses with stellar views. You could easily spend all day at this sapphire beauty.
Which beach in South Carolina has the most pristine sand?
If you have the opportunity to visit the most beautiful places in South Carolina, consider hitting up the beach with the whitest, most pristine sand. Coligny Beach Park is said to have the brightest sand along South Carolina’s coast. It’s easy to access with plenty of amenities to make your beach trip a great one, especially once your feet hit those soft, white sands. The park has showers, changing rooms, walkways over the sand for those in wheelchairs or similar, and even free wi-fi. What more could you ask for? Coligny Beach is simply perfect for a relaxing day by the waves.
What is the weather like in South Carolina in the summer?
Plan on taking a beach day trip in South Carolina sometime this year? Thanks to the state’s mild winters, you can visit the coast outside of just summer, however, it’s no secret that summer tends to be the best time to go. It’s generally quite warm in the Palmetto State during summer. Daily temperatures can easily exceed 90 degrees, so be sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and water. The hottest month of the year is usually July. What better way to remedy those sweltering days than a beach trip? Cool off, soak up some rays, and just enjoy the sights and sounds of South Carolina’s beaches.
