Folly Beach is blessed with such an amazing environment.
The beach, marsh and river allow both visitors and residents
the opportunity to swim, fish, boat, and sun bathe while
enjoying the natural scenery of the lowcountry.
Beach: There are more than 6 miles of coastal shoreline for
all to enjoy. The beach can be accessed via public beach
access ways that are at the end of each block. A wheelchair
ramp can be found at West Ashley and 9th Street.
Folly Beach Pier: Extending 1,045 feet into the Atlantic Ocean,
the 25 feet wide Edwin S. Taylor Pier is a wonderful place
to fish, walk, bird watch and enjoy the spectacular views.
A gift and tackle shop, restaurant, and 1400 square foot
covered sheltered can also be found on the pier. Fishing
poles can be rented for a fee. Please call 843-588-3474 for
additional information.
Folly Beach Parks: Folly River Park (located off of Center
Street near the entrance to Folly Beach) Pirate Cove Playground
(East Erie Street)
Folly Beach County Park (located on the west end of Folly
Beach): During the summer months there are lifeguards on
duty in designated swimming areas. The park is surrounded
by 4000 feet of ocean and 2000 feet of river.
http://www.ccprc.com/index.asp?nid=61
According to the Post and Courier (9/4/08), Major Carl
Beckmann hopes to create 8 to 12 small community parks
throughout the island in the near future. The parks will
feature benches, picnic tables and a select few will
have walking trails. For a list of additional parks
in the Charleston County, please click on the following link:
http://www.ccprc.com/
Folly Beach Surfing: Located on the eastern end of the
island is the "Washout" area. This site is considered
one of the best places to surf in the Charleston region.
Surf board rentals are an option as well as lessons
(843-588-9175).
Click on the following link to access the
current tide: http://www.follywaves.com/
Folly Beach Boating:
There is a public boat landing located off of Center Street
on the Folly River. Please click on the following link to
view the approximate location of the ramp. In addition,
the link/document outlines additional boat landings in the
Charleston region:
www.ccprc.com
If you are interested in a custom boat tour or a sunset
cruise or prefer a day of fishing on a chartered boat,
please visit the following websites:
http://www.tidelinetours.com/
http://www.charleston-fishing.com/
http://www.islandhoppercharters.com/
Folly Beach Deep-Sea Fishing: The world famous
blackfish banks off Charleston Harbor are accessible
for deep-sea enthusiasts via charter and head boats.
The Gulf Stream is approximately 60 miles off the coast.
A popular website concerning Charleston fishing is:
http://www.charlestonfishing.com/
Folly Beach In-Shore Fishing: The backwaters of the
lowcountry provide opportunity to catch redfish/red
drum, trout, flounder, bluefish, snapper & bass.
Also, please visit: http://www.charlestonfishing.com/
Marina’s In-close proximity to Folly Beach:
Buzzard’s Roost Marina/Stono Marina
2408/2409 Maybank Hwy
Charleston, South Carolina
(843) 559-1526 & (843) 559-2307
Charleston Maritime Center
10 Wharfside Street
Charleston, South Carolina
(843) 853-3625
http://www.charlestoncity.info/
Dolphin Cove Marina
2079 Austin Avenue
Charleston, South Carolina
(843) 744-2562
http://www.dolphincovemarina.net/
Stono Marina
2409 Maybank HwyCharleston, South Carolina
(843) 559-2307
Mariner’s Cay Marina
3-A Mariners Cay Drive,Folly Beach, South Carolina
(843) 588-2091
Ashley Marina
33 Lockwood Drive
Charleston, South Carolina
(843) 722-1996
http://www.theharborageatashleymarina.com/
Bristol Marina
145 Lockwood Drive
Charleston, South Carolina
(843) 723-6600
Charleston City Marina
17 Lockwood Drive
Charleston, South Carolina
(843) 723-5098
http://www.charlestoncitymarina.com/
Sea Kayaking:
http://www.seakayaksc.com/
Folly Beach Parasailing:
http://www.parasailfolly.com/
Hunting:
www.dnr.state.sc.us/hunting.html
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