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Kiawah Island
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Kiawah Island is a pristine barrier island of maritime forests, rich maritime habitats, and over 10 miles of beach. It is a private gated community developed to balance a residential community with the business development of the Island, encouraging tourism with travelers arriving from across the world. The soft, powdery sands provide the perfect spot for sunbathing, beachcombing, or building sandcastles. Surrounded by lush dunes and coastal vegetation, Kiawah Island's beaches are a haven for nature lovers, offering opportunities to spot shorebirds, dolphins, sea turtles, and other marine life!
When you are on the beach, you will notice the marked vehicles of Barrier Island Ocean Rescue, also known as the Kiawah Island Beach Patrol; the organization that provides CCLA-accredited lifeguarding, licensed emergency medical response, and code enforcement for the Town of Kiawah Island. More information regarding Beach Patrol can be found online at beachpatrolsc.org or on their Instagram @bior.sc! If you are ever in need of assistance or have questions regarding the beaches, ocean, or anything else they do, give us a call at 843-518-2880 and they are always happy to assist you! If you are facing an emergency, dial 911.
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Leashed Dogs
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Handicap Accessible
activities
Fishing
Kiteboarding
Surfing
Swimming
Windsurfing
Dogs
prohibitions
No Cars on Sand
No Drones
No E-Bikes
No Fire Pits
No Fireworks
No Motorized Crafts
No Motorized Scooters
No Vehicles
No Vending
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Marine Life
Swim at your Own Risk
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.