Kiawah Beachwalker Park

Located on the west end of Kiawah Island, Kiawah Beachwalker Park offers ocean frontage and a river view, along with the only public beach access on beautiful Kiawah Island. The park is operated through a cooperative agreement among Kiawah Development Partners, Charleston County Council, and the Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission.

Park Amenities

  • Boardwalk and accessible ramp
  • Lifeguards
  • Beach chair, umbrella and boogie board rentals
  • Dressing areas
  • Restrooms
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area with grills (first-come, first-served)
  • Outdoor showers

Dogs must be leashed and under control at all times within Kiawah Beachwalker Park. The Town of Kiawah identifies specific regulations for areas outside of the park.


Park Hours & Fees

  1. Park Hours
  2. Parking & Rental Fees

Park Hours

  • January - April: 10 a.m. - Sunset 
  • May - Labor Day: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 
  • September - December: 10 a.m. - Sunset

Gate closes to incoming traffic 30 minutes before park closes.

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day

LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY

10 a.m.-6 p.m.

  • On-duty weekends only (including Labor Day): August 19 - September 4


SNACK BAR

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Daily: May 27 - August 20
  • Weekends only: August 26 - September 4


CHAIR/UMBRELLA/BOOGIE BOARD RENTAL SCHEDULE

*9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Daily: May 27 - August 20
  • Weekends only: August 26 - September 24

*Note: Beach Rentals can be purchased in the park office if Snack Bar is closed. All rental equipment will be picked up by 6:45 p.m.