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Posted in South Carolina Attractions April 14, 2021 by Robin Jarvis

The Unique, Out-Of-The-Way Beach In South Carolina That’s Always Worth A Visit

Every beach in South Carolina offers something different, whether it’s a view of the City of Charleston and Fort Sumter, a SkyWheel with spectacular views, or something else. And the same is true for The Sands beach in Port Royal. Here, visitors can actually drive their car right up on the beach.

If you've ever driven over to a beach in South Carolina only to find that parking is a pain, then The Sands is for you!

Park in a nearby sandy lot with a slightly higher elevation... and then walk out to the beach.

And this beach is primed for photos, with blue waters and (hopefully) blue skies!

A favorite spot among the locals, The Sands is rarely crowded.

The wide swatch of sand that covers the edge of Port Royal along Battery Creek is about 1,000 feet long and has plenty of room to spread out and enjoy a day in the sun and surf.

Right next door is the Port Royal Boardwalk, a.k.a. Henry Robinson Boardwalk.

This half-mile journey leads from the boat landing over to a five-story observation tower with views that go on forever.

The Sands beach is open from dawn to dusk.

Have you discovered this fun and unique beach in South Carolina yet?

Let us know in the comments, and upload your photos if you have ’em!

For a road trip like no other in South Carolina: The Hidden Beaches Road Trip That Will Show You South Carolina’s Coast Like Never Before.

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Address: The Sands, Port Royal, SC 29935, USA

Address: Boardwalk, Port Royal, SC 29935, USA

Robin Jarvis

Robin Jarvis is a travel writer and editor for OnlyInYourState.com with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She's lived in the Carolinas for nearly three decades and currently resides in Charleston. When she's not working, she loves to cook with friends and check out new adventures. General questions and FAM tours: rjarvis@onlyinyourstate.com.