Beach Access and Parking

Visitors who come to the Isle of Palms have many options for beach access and parking. The City offers more than 50 beach access paths. Note that driving on the beach or on beach access paths is strictly prohibited.

City Parking Lots on Pavilion: The City maintains two parking lots close to Front Beach on Pavilion Avenue. One lot offers handicapped parking and season-long parking for those with a decal. The other lot offers daily parking for a nominal fee. During the beach season, lot attendants will provide directions.

County Park located on 14th Avenue: Click here to view Park hours and fees.

Handicapped Parking: Those who require parking designated as handicapped will find it available in the County Park (fee charged), one City lot on Pavilion, on 9th Avenue and on 21st Avenue.

Metered Spaces: Visitors will find metered parking on Ocean Boulevard near Front Beach between 10th and 14th Avenues. Park in any open space, and locate the meter closest to you. Choose and purchase the appropriate amount of time, and then place the receipt on the dashboard of the vehicle so that it is readable through the windshield. The meters are enforced during the beach season from mid-March to early October.

Road Right-of-Ways: Visitors can park their vehicles on any road right-of-way unless it has been designated with a sign as "no parking". Be mindful that all four wheels must be off the road and that no beach access paths can be blocked. Do not block driveways or mailboxes, and please be respectful of landscaping.