Kiawah Beachwalker Park

Located on the west end of Kiawah Island, Kiawah Beachwalker Park offers ocean frontage and a river view, along with the only public beach access on beautiful Kiawah Island. The park is operated through a cooperative agreement among Kiawah Development Partners, Charleston County Council, and the Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission.

Park Amenities

  • Boardwalk and accessible ramp
  • Lifeguards
  • Beach chair and umbrella rentals
  • Dressing areas
  • Restrooms
  • Snack bar
  • Picnic area with grills (first-come, first-served)
  • Outdoor showers
  • Beach-accessible wheelchairs

Dogs must be leashed and under control at all times within Kiawah Beachwalker Park. The Town of Kiawah identifies specific regulations for areas outside of the park.


Park Hours & Fees

  1. Park Hours
  2. Parking & Rental Fees

Park Hours

  • January - April: 10 a.m. - Sunset 
  • May - Labor Day: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. 
  • September - December: 10 a.m. - Sunset

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day

LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY 

10 a.m.-6 p.m.

  • Weekends only: May 1-30
  • Daily: May 31 – August 13
  • Weekends only: August 14 – September 26 (including Labor Day, September 6)

SNACK BAR & CHAIR/UMBRELLA RENTAL SCHEDULE

  • Weekends only: May 1 – May 30 
  • Daily: May 31 – August 15
  • Weekends only: August 16 – September 26

Photo ID is required for beach chair/umbrella and wheelchair rentals.