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Edisto Beach State Park – 170912-Z-II459-003 (36808558280)📷 SC National Guard, Public domain

Edisto Beach State Park

Edisto Island, SC

Nature

A quiet beach of shells and fossils at the end of the ACE Basin road, with campsites by the sea and in maritime forest and a trail to a 4,000-year-old shell midden. Park fee; there are no high-rises on the island.

Nearest town
Edisto Island, SC
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
32.5070, -80.2990

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Edisto Beach State Park Live Oak CampgroundCampsite
    0 mi from Edisto Beach State Park · 50 pitches
  • Edisto Beach State Park Beach CampgroundCampsite
    0 mi from Edisto Beach State Park · 67 pitches
  • Hunting Island State Park CampgroundCampsite
    11 mi from Edisto Beach State Park
    TentsCaravansWi-Fi
  • Tuck In The Wood CampgroundCampsite
    19 mi from Edisto Beach State Park
    Wi-Fi
  • Lake Aire RV ParkCampsite
    21 mi from Edisto Beach State Park
    Wi-Fi
  • Camping at James Island County ParkCampsite
    24 mi from Edisto Beach State Park
    TentsWaste disposalWi-Fi

All campsites in South Carolina · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Edisto Beach State Park?

Edisto Beach State Park is in Edisto Island, SC, at GPS 32.5070, -80.2990. It is about 22 mi from Beaufort.

Can you camp near Edisto Beach State Park?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Edisto Beach State Park Live Oak Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Edisto Beach State Park?

Edisto Beach State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lowcountry oaks, Ashley River plantations and Congaree.

What is there to see near Edisto Beach State Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Hunting Island Lighthouse (12 mi), Angel Oak (19 mi), Beaufort Historic District (22 mi) and Drayton Hall (28 mi).

When is the best time to visit Edisto Beach State Park?

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)