County Park-4th Ave. (TRI-056)

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Isle of Palms is a beautiful, family friendly, 7-mile long sandy beach just up the coast from Sullivan’s Island. The Isle of Palms County Park, managed by the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission, covers 1.5 miles of the beach from 1st to 14th Ave. Access to the park is free and paid parking is provided for $8 on 14th Ave. Amenities such as dressing areas, restrooms, picnic areas, and a children’s play area are also located at 14th Ave. Dogs are welcome year round but must be kept on a leash. Surfing is prohibited in designated swimming zones. For more information visit the park's website at http://www.ccprc.com/index.aspx?NID=60.

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WATER QUALITY

Passed water quality tests at least 95% of the time
Historical Status
This status is based on the latest sample, taken on September 25th, 2019. Charleston Waterkeeper updates the status of this beach as soon as test results become available. These results were posted to Swim Guide on at

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CURRENT WEATHER

27°C

Mostly clear

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MONITORING FREQUENCY

SOURCE INFORMATION

DHEC monitors 27 sites at our local beaches (Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Folly Beach, Kiawah, and Seabrook). Monitoring sites are located near public access points to ensure the public’s safety. DHEC monitors our local beaches twice a month. When sample results are published on the Program’s website, Charleston Waterkeeper updates Swim Guide.

A “Green” site = test result of 103 MPN/100 mL or lower OR a test result between 104 and 500 MPN/100 mL followed by a test result the next day of LESS than 104 MPN/100 mL

A “Red” site = a test result of 500 MPN/100 mL or higher OR a test result between 104 and 500 MPN/100 mL followed by a test result the next day of 104 MPN/100 mL or GREATER

A “Gray” site = no test result

WATER QUALITY GRAPH