Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediatefall

Isle of Palms

Barrier island beach break northeast of Charleston. Mellow waves on most swells. Good for beginners. Best during tropical swells.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

E, SE

Swell Size

2–5 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (W/NW)

Season

fall

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

South Carolina

Region

Charleston

Coordinates

32.7895, -79.7525

NOAA Buoy

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