Beach ✓ Verified Oct 2026
Kiawah (Beachwalker County Park)
About this place
Beachwalker County Park, the only public way onto Kiawah Island's beach. Dogs can run off-leash here in winter; turn left (east) from the park, since the area to the right is protected habitat.
Dog rules
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| Spring to fall 03-01 to 10-15 | leashed all day |
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| Winter 10-16 to 02-28 | dawn–dusk off leash; otherwise leashed |
Limits
- From the park go left (east). Right (west) is critical habitat: no dogs, ever
- Leash on park property
- No electronic leashes
Must know
- Only public beach access on Kiawah.
- Fines up to $500. Beach Patrol 843-518-2880.
Official source: kiawahisland.gov/leash_law.php and the town pet restraint map (2-18-2025); ccprc.com county rules
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