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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
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 78°F water · 80°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 80. East wind around 14 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 66. Northeast wind 3 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 2:19pm edt until june 4 at 12:00am edt by nws charleston sc
69 /100
good
53 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.7 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 June 3 at 2:19PM EDT until June 4 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Northeast winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft. * WHERE...South Santee River to Edisto Beach out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
14 mph
E
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
10:54 PM
5.4 ft · in 1.3h
Barometer
30.20 inHg
1023 hPa
Water Quality
Elevated
74 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 3mo 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
6:14 AM
Sunset
8:24 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:31 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:24 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:54 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
0%
85
83°
Sunny
0%
85
83°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
84°
Partly Sunny
12%
85
84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
34
81°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Edisto Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Edisto Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS