What is the clearest beach in SC?

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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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 13 Best Beaches in South Carolina
  1. Hilton Head Island. Kristie Marcelle/iStockphoto/Getty Images. ...
  2. Kiawah Island. Joshua Laskin. ...
  3. Myrtle Beach. Sean Pavone/Getty Images. ...
  4. Folly Beach. Daniela Duncan/Getty Images. ...
  5. Huntington Beach State Park. Danita Delimont/Gallo Images/Getty Images. ...
  6. Isle of Palms. ...
  7. Surfside Beach. ...
  8. Daufuskie Island.


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The waters along South Carolina's Grand Strand have been a gorgeous blue as of late, prompting some visitors to make comparisons to the Caribbean. It's called the blue water phenomenon — waters are clearer due to a lack of storms. Water temperatures play a role in the water's color as well.

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A private island with 10 miles of white-sand beaches, Kiawah Island is often called paradise.

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Shackleford Banks Has The Absolute Bluest Water In North Carolina. Shackleford Banks is home to turquoise water that rivals the Caribbean.

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Myrtle Beach is one of the most famous beaches in South Carolina, famed for its soft sands and family-friendly atmosphere. The water here gets super warm, especially in summer, and the beach stretches on for thousands of feet in both directions, providing plenty of space even when the big crowds come in.

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Lake Jocassee has known as the clearest lake in South Carolina for its crystal clear and cool waters from the Appalachian mountain rivers.

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If you prefer swimming and sunbathing in a traditional beach setting, then Myrtle Beach may be your best choice. However, if you're interested in exploring the history, culture and architecture of an area then Charleston may be the more suitable destination for your needs.

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25 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
  • Saud Beach, Philippines.
  • Elafonissi Beach, Greece.
  • Nungwi Beach, Tanzania.
  • Hanalei Bay, Hawaii.
  • Copacabana, Brazil.
  • Cape Le Grand National Park, Australia.
  • Grayton Beach, Florida.
  • Sotavento Beach, Spain.


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Not only is Sullivan's Island the most expensive beach community in which to buy a house in South Carolina, but it is also one of the top most expensive in the country!

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One of the best ways to experience all that the city has to offer is to take a dip in one of its many cool swimming spots. Whether you're looking for a refreshing swim in the ocean, a relaxing float in a calm river, or a fun day out at a water park, Charleston has something for everyone.

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The area has a nickname, Dirty Myrtle which refers to anything between a type of drink to a mud run. But over the last decade, the nickname's meaning has slipped away from local leaders control over marketing towards the numerous swimming advisories that warn visitors of the poor water quality along the beach.

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Our 35,000-plus permanent residents and millions of visitors enjoy the wide beaches, the warm weather and an incredible range of entertainment, nightlife, golf, shopping, dining and live theatre.

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Our 35,000-plus permanent residents and millions of visitors enjoy the wide beaches, the warm weather and an incredible range of entertainment, nightlife, golf, shopping, dining and live theatre.

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MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Hot weather with relatively calm winds in the atmosphere and no tropical systems in the Atlantic have allowed sediments in the water to settle to the ocean floor. Less sediment means clearer water! Usually, the atmosphere is more volatile and keeps the ocean churned up.

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Where to Find the Bluest Water in the World
  1. Egremni Beach, Greece. ...
  2. Manini'owali Beach, Big Island, Hawaii. ...
  3. French Polynesia. ...
  4. Nassau, Bahamas. ...
  5. Palawan, Philippines. ...
  6. Grote Knip Beach, Curacao. ...
  7. Trunk Bay, St. ...
  8. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia.


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6 Places with the Bluest Water in the U.S.
  1. Blue Hole – Santa Rosa, New Mexico. ...
  2. Chena Hot Springs – Fairbanks, Alaska. ...
  3. Las Olas Beach – Fort Lauderdale, Florida. ...
  4. Grand Lake – Grand Lake, Colorado. ...
  5. La Jolla Cove & Sail Bay – San Diego, California. ...
  6. Lake Conway – Edgewood, Florida.


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When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orlando and Myrtle Beach, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Myrtle Beach much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Myrtle Beach would let you spend less money overall.

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