Kiawah Island/Seabrook Island Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Kiawah Island/Seabrook Island Surf Guide
These are exclusive residential/resort beaches to the south of Charleston. Kiawah can get good surf on strong S swells, particularly at Sandy Point on the north end of the island. The south end of the island, particularly Seabrook, can occasionally be blocked from southeasterly swells by offshore sandbars, from outflow from the North Edisto River and from northeast swells by Sandy Point. For public beach access, head towards the Fresh Fields shopping center and the Beachwalker County Park.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Not much, tourists mostly.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Light.
Spot Rating
Fun
Scattered peaks, ideal for all types surfers most days. Sandy Point on the North end can produce long lefts when the sand is right and there is a large S/SE swell running. Also protected from NE winds, but expect it to be considerably smaller than Folly on the same swell.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Hard NE and SW winds can produce strong currents, but generally pretty mellow.
Water Quality
Clean
Some runoff pollution after heavy rains.
Hazards
Miscellaneous sea creatures.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, SUP
Access
Private developments with little access. Surf anywhere if you're staying here, though. You can get onto Kiawahs' beach at Beachwalker County Park. Otherwise you must boat to Sandy Point.
Bottom
Sand.
Best Season
Late summer, early fall, early spring.
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