Folly Beach
lower-intermediate
·beach·Folly Beach, SCBreak
Beach Break
Skill
Lower-intermediate
Rating
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Reviews
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✓Parking nearby
✓Pier/jetty protection
🏄Beginner friendly
✓Restrooms
Stay 200 ft from the pier
Strong currents at The Washout
Crowded on hurricane swells
About This Spot
Folly Beach is a long barrier island south of Charleston with several fun breaks. The Washout—a stretch blown open by Hurricane Hugo—produces punchy peaks on SE‑NE swells, while the Folly Beach Pier offers long lefts on the south side. It's friendly for beginners when small but can handle good size during hurricane season.
Local Etiquette
Respect locals and give right of way at the Washout. Stay outside the pier's restricted zone.
Local Knowledge
Insider tips from local surfers
Spot Summary
Break Type
beach
Best Swell
ENE–SSE
Best Wind / Tide
WSW–NNW / 1.5–4.5 ft
Amenities
Parking
Restrooms
Showers
Hazards
- Rip currents
- Rocks near low tide
- Localism varies by peak
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