Does Folly Beach have clear water?

Folly Beach is a great place to visit for families. Not only are the waters clear, but this town also boasts a pier, county park, lighthouse, and various outdoor adventures for the whole group.



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The water along Folly Beach went from brown to a brilliant blue. Some are comparing it to the waters along South Florida and the explanation is actually quite simple. According to a local geology professor, it's thanks in part to the $30-million renourishment project.

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — A South Carolina beach has been named in the top 25 bluest water locations in the United States. A new study by SIXT shows Coligny Beach Park in Hilton Head ranked #23 for bluest water in the U.S.

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The water along Folly Beach went from brown to a brilliant blue. Some are comparing it to the waters along South Florida and the explanation is actually quite simple. According to a local geology professor, it's thanks in part to the $30-million renourishment project.

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Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Folly River, visitors enjoy six miles of wide beaches, surfing, fishing, biking, kayaking, boating, eco-tours, and sea wildlife including several endangered species.

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Swim in the designated area only. There is no swimming allowed within 200 feet of the pier, per Charleston County Parks rules.

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And when the sun goes down, Center Street becomes a lively mix of beach-casual nightlife and rooftop dance clubs. Whether you need a beach front home for a large group or a romantic room for the two of you, Folly Beach is the perfect spot for vacations, reunions, beach weddings, or just a quick weekend get-away.

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All of the beaches on Folly Island are superb, but, arguably the Folly Beach County Park, at the island's west end, is perhaps the best with amenities like 2,500 feet of ocean frontage, picnic areas and boogie board, bicycle, umbrella and chair rentals available between Labor Day and Memorial Day.

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The sand will also appear darker at first, but will be eventually bleached by the sun. The darker color is due to moisture and organic content in the sand. There may also be drop-offs that you will notice at the high tide line.

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Folly Beach was named one of America's Top 25 Hippie Hideouts.

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17 Beaches That Have The Clearest Water In South Carolina
  1. 1 Litchfield Beach. Via: Mishal Ibrahim on Unsplash.
  2. 2 Front Beach, Isle Of Palms. Shutterstock. ...
  3. 3 Hunting Island State Park, Beaufort. ...
  4. 4 Folly Beach, Charleston. ...
  5. 5 Seabrook Island. ...
  6. 6 Edisto Beach. ...
  7. 7 Kiawah Beachwalker Park. ...
  8. 8 Hilton Head Island. ...


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While visiting places like Folly Beach and Morris Island, as well as our other destinations, you are likely to find gorgeous shells, rocks, fossils, shark teeth, and maybe even sea glass!

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Best Months to Visit Folly Beach
  • March. March is a great time to visit Folly Beach. ...
  • April. April is another great month to visit Folly. ...
  • May. Crowds begin to pick up in May as kids finish up the school year and families begin embarking on their summer vacations. ...
  • September. ...
  • October.


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“I haven't been able to find out exactly when they did it, but they came up with The Edge of America, it's actually a registered trademark,” said Goodwin. The trademark was filed in 1996, registered in '97 — they originally used it in their surf shop to print on t-shirts and bumper stickers.

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Alcohol & Beverages Alcohol is not allowed on Folly Island's beaches, but there are many restaurants that serve your favorite concoction or you can sip a drink from any beachfront rental.

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Visitors flock to Folly Beach for the same things its residents enjoy. You'll find excellent pier and surf fishing, an enticing variety of restaurants and bars, live music, and some of the best surfing on the east coast.

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Hordes of day-tripping locals will descend upon Folly between the hours of 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on summer weekends and holidays, so it would behoove you to plan a weekend or holiday arrival outside of what will almost certainly be a rough traffic window.

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The Folly Beach Monster is the nickname given to a globster that was found on Friday, March 22nd, 2012, on Folly Beach in South Carolina. Initially believed by locals to have been a sea monster, it was quickly discovered to be nothing more than the carcass of a rare fish.

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Clearest Water in Florida
  • The Florida Keys. The Florida Keys are the ultimate Florida boating destination for gin-clear water. ...
  • Jupiter. Jupiter is another one of Florida's amazing boating destinations with gin-clear water. ...
  • Destin. ...
  • Panama City Beach. ...
  • Freshwater Springs. ...
  • Miami. ...
  • Palm Beach. ...
  • Tampa.


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Destin. Destin, FL is situated on the Florida Panhandle between Pensacola and Panama City. The beautiful white sand and crystal clear water clarity are further amplified by the Choctawhatchee Bay, just north of Destin.

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