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Isle of Palms Summer Fun Guide 2026

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Summer on Isle of Palms offers countless opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty, recreation and unique character of the island. From watching the sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and searching for seashells along the shore to kayaking through the marshes and spotting local wildlife, there is something for visitors and residents of all ages to enjoy. As a companion to our Summer Activities Directory, this guide highlights some of the island’s favorite locations for outdoor activities, scenic views, family outings and memorable experiences. Whether you are a longtime resident or discovering Isle of Palms for the first time, we hope this directory helps you explore new places and make the most of everything the island has to offer this summer.

BEST BEACH ACCESS
Beach Access 42
40 2nd Ave.

BEST BEACH YOGA
Beach Access 25
2402 Palm Blvd.

BEST BOAT LANDING
IOP Marina
50 41st Ave.

BEST PLACE TO BIRD-WATCH
The IOP Connector
SC-517

BEST PLACE TO CANOE/KAYAK
Morgan Creek
80 41st Ave.

BEST PLACE TO CRAB
Pitt Street Bridge
972 Pitt St., Mount Pleasant

BEST PLACE TO FIND GHOST CRABS
Beach Access
27 2614 Palm Blvd.

BEST PLACE TO FIND SEASHELLS
Beach Access 42
40 2nd Ave.

BEST PLACE TO FISH
The Breach Inlet Seawall
118 Ocean Blvd.

BEST PLACE TO FLY A KITE
Breach Inlet
118 Ocean Blvd.

BEST PLACE TO GO FOR A WALK
Beach Access 23
23rd Avenue

BEST PLACE TO HAVE A PICNIC
IOP County Park
1 14th Ave.

BEST PLACE TO PLAY TENNIS/PICKLEBALL
IOP Recreation Center
24 28th Ave.

BEST PLACE TO PROPOSE
Beach Station 40
40 Station 19 St., Sullivan’s Island

BEST PLACE TO RIDE A BIKE
Waterway Boulevard
21st–41st Avenue

BEST PLACE TO SEE WILD DOLPHINS
IOP Marina
50 41st Ave.

BEST PLACE TO STARGAZE
Beach Access 23
23rd Avenue

BEST PLACE TO SURF
Beach Access 57
50 7th Ave.

BEST PLACE TO WALK YOUR DOG
Bark Park
22 9th Ave.

BEST PLAYGROUND/PARK
IOP County Park
1 14th Ave.

BEST SUNRISE VIEW
Front Beach
1300 Ocean Blvd.

BEST SUNSET VIEW
IOP Pier
1300 Ocean Blvd.

By Staff Report

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