About Sullivan's Island: Sullivan's Island is a residential community located just north of downtown Charleston. At low tide, the beach is wide and the sand is soft. Be sure to see the Sullivan's Island Lighthouse while you're there!

Directions: Cross the Cooper River Bridge and bear right onto Coleman Blvd. Signs will direct you along Coleman Blvd. (which turns into Ben Sawyer Blvd.) and lead you over the Ben Sawyer bridge onto the island. The beach stretches for three miles along the Atlantic side of the island and is accessible by several clearly marked paths and walkways. There are no parking lots, but parking is allowed along the side of the streets. If a sign says "No Parking " please respect it - people do live here and in addition to blocking their streets you will be incurring twenty dollar parking tickets. The real estate here is among the most expensive in Charleston and the locals treasure the small-town feel. There are no public facilities available nor are there lifeguards.

Leash Laws: Dogs roam freely here except during except from March 31-Nov. 1. Owners are encouraged to pick up dog droppings. Some stations, such as Station 22, have baggie dispensers. All residents and visitors bringing their dogs to the island must have their dog licensed. The dogs’ rabies vaccination must be current, and the rabies certificate must be presented at renewal unless it is already on file at Town Hall.

From Nov. 1 thru March 13, Owners are required to carry a leash on them and/or control the dog with voice command. $100 violation if cited.

From March 31 thru Nov. 1:

• Dogs may be on the beach without a leash from 5am – 10am provided the owner is near and the dog is under voice control.
• No dogs are allowed on the beach from 10am – 6pm.
• Dogs may be on the beach with a leash, no longer than 10 feet long, from 6pm – 5am.