Beach & Coastal Activities

Hilton Head Island’s 60-plus miles of bike paths wind through forests, marshes, and along the coast, offering easy-to-follow routes for every rider. Rent a bike on-island and explore parks, beaches, and landmarks at your own pace.

A nostalgic oceanfront boardwalk with arcades, rides, shops, and eateries—perfect for an easy afternoon, summer events, and sunset strolls along the pier.

A mile of protected beach, a sturdy fishing pier, shaded trails, and simple facilities make Myrtle Beach State Park an easy choice for a calm, well planned coastal day.

Shaded shoreline loop, fishing pier, playground, and picnic spots at Beech Mountain’s town lake. Trails are open in 2025. Swimming and boating remain paused during restoration.

Mount Pleasant Pier offers long harbor views, easy fishing with rentals, shaded swings, and park amenities under the Ravenel Bridge in Mount Pleasant.

A quick lakefront escape near Spartanburg with shoreline picnics, paddling, fishing, playground time, and long views. No swimming. Easy access on Highway 9.

A calm, natural beach day with shaded trails, an Environmental Learning Center, and easy access for families. You get space to swim, shell, and unwind.

Shem Creek Park gives you an easy boardwalk over marsh and working waterfront views, with wildlife watching, paddling options, and sunset color near food and docks.

A calm lakeside park with an ADA accessible kayak launch, summer paddle rentals, fishing pier, playground, and shelters near Spartanburg. No swimming. Sunrise to sunset.

Walk above the Atlantic for wide views, simple pier fishing, and quick access to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. Pier 14 keeps your coastal time easy and direct.

Just 12 miles from downtown Charleston, Folly Beach is a laid-back coastal escape with Atlantic views, a scenic pier for fishing and strolling, and plenty to do—from sunbathing and surfing to birdwatching and exploring nearby nature spots.

A wild barrier island beach with a historic lighthouse, shaded trails, and broad sands. You swim, walk the boneyard beach, and enjoy simple coastal time.