Isle of Palms Guide

Wide beaches and a small downtown make Isle of Palms an easy place to relax. Here are simple ways to enjoy the island.

Beaches and access

Isle of Palms Beach Rules
Isle of Palms County Park
Chair and umbrella rentals

On-island activities

Isle of Palms Recreation Center
Shem Creek boardwalk, kayaks, and tours
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Dining and essentials

Dining on Isle of Palms
Restaurants on Shem Creek
Mount Pleasant Memorial Waterfront Park

Tips

Follow posted beach rules and flagged swim areas
Check tides for best beach depth
Use crosswalks on Ocean Boulevard

Planning your stay? See our Isle of Palms rental condos, including an oceanfront condo near Wild Dunes and a remodeled oceanside condo close to Sullivan's Island and Mount Pleasant. Both link to the live booking pages.