88°
Sunny
3%
77
Colleton County, SC · Atlantic Ocean
Edisto Beach State Park
8377 State Cabin Road, Edisto Island, SC 29438
One of South Carolina's oldest state parks, Edisto Beach State Park stretches along 1.5 miles of Atlantic shoreline backed by 4 miles of ADA-accessible trails through maritime forest. The park features an Environmental Learning Center, oceanfront cabins on the saltmarsh, and 120 campsites.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 87°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 101. South wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 81. Southwest wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 2:08pm edt until july 19 at 8:00pm edt by nws charleston sc
55 /100
good
36 Swim
68 Sunbathe
81 Walk
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 2:08PM EDT until July 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft expected. * WHERE...South Santee River to Edisto Beach out 20 NM. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Clear
Wind
16 mph
S
Rain
3%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.3 ft
S swell
Barometer
30.01 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Elevated
74 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 4mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (SCZ149)
The CHS office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- SCZ150 Charleston — Cape Romain, Isle of Palms, n/a
- SCZ148 Beaufort-Coastal Colleton-Coastal Jasper — Hunting Island, Fripp Island, n/a
- GAZ217 Coastal Bryan-Coastal Chatham-Coastal Liberty-Coastal McIntosh — Tybee Island, Ossabaw Island, Wassaw Island, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:26 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:50 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:13 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 6:07 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:21 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 6:37 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 1:06 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 7:03 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:08 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 7:25 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 1:58 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 8:01 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:55 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 8:12 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 2:48 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 8:59 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 9:00 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 3:38 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 9:54 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:32 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 9:47 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 4:28 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 10:48 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:24 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 10:36 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:19 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 11:40 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8665530, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny
4%
72
89°
Sunny
11%
75
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
23
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
24
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
67%
17
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56%
24
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Parking included with park admission.
Dogs
Pets allowed in most outdoor areas on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Not allowed in cabins or cabin area.
Entry Fee
$8 adult / $5 SC senior / $4 child 6–15 / free under 6
Address
8377 State Cabin Road, Edisto Island, SC 29438
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Edisto Beach State Park today?
Edisto Beach State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Edisto Beach State Park dog-friendly?
Pets allowed in most outdoor areas on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Not allowed in cabins or cabin area.
Is there an entry fee at Edisto Beach State Park?
$8 adult / $5 SC senior / $4 child 6–15 / free under 6
Are there lifeguards at Edisto Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Edisto Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Edisto Beach State Park?
Amenities at Edisto Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, Environmental Learning Center, picnic shelters, campground, cabins, ADA trails (4 mi), Wi-Fi.
When is the water warmest at Edisto Beach State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Edisto Beach State Park located?
Edisto Beach State Park is in Colleton County, SC, at 8377 State Cabin Road, Edisto Island, SC 29438.
Nearby Beaches
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