Isle of Palms County Park

Centrally located in Isle of Palms commercial district, Isle of Palms County Park offers beautiful ocean frontage with lifeguards on duty seasonally along a beachfront designated swimming area.

Park Amenities

  • Boardwalks and accessible ramps
  • Lifeguards
  • Beach chair, umbrella and boogie board rentals*
  • Dressing area
  • Ice cream, drinks, and snacks
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Sand volleyball court
  • Picnic area and grills (first-come, first-served)
  • Outdoor showers (no soap or shampoo allowed)

*In accordance with a City of Isle of Palms ordinance, all beach rental equipment must be picked up and paid for at the retail area and returned there after use.

Dogs must be leashed and under control at all times within the Isle of Palms County Park. See the City of Isle of Palms beach regulations for more details. 


Park Hours & Fees

  1. Park Hours
  2. Parking & Rentals Fees

Park Hours

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

Gate closes to incoming traffic 30 minutes before the park closes. The park is 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 24


Snack Cart Schedule

  • Daily: June 7 – September 4, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • *Weekends only: September 9-30, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.


Chair/Umbrella/Boogie Board Rental Schedule

  • Daily: June 7 – August 20, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • *Weekends only: August 26 - September 30, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

*Hours of operation may change based on staff availability. Please call the park office at 843-762-9957 to confirm availability for any hours outside of those mentioned above.


Rentals are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Photo ID is required for beach chair/umbrella and wheelchair rentals. In accordance with a City of Isle of Palms ordinance, all beach rental equipment must be picked up and paid for at the retail area and returned there after use.